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Publication date: 13.05.2024
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Illegal deprivation of liberty, whether in Ukraine or elsewhere, is a serious violation of human rights. The Ukrainian legislative system has its own relevant laws and procedures aimed at protecting the rights of citizens and preventing such violations.
Illegal deprivation of liberty or abduction of a person is a serious criminal act that violates basic human rights and freedoms. This may include unlawful detention, captivity or kidnapping for ransom or other unlawful purposes.
In Ukraine, as in most countries, there are laws that provide for responsibility for such actions. Law enforcement agencies are investigating and taking measures to free the victims and bring the culprits to justice.
If you witness or are a victim of unlawful deprivation of liberty or abduction, immediately contact local law enforcement or community advocacy organizations for assistance and protection. It is important that these crimes are thoroughly investigated and that the perpetrators are brought to justice according to the law.
Part 1 of Art. 146 of the Criminal Code, which provides for liability for illegal deprivation of liberty or abduction of a person in cases where this act did not cause property or other material damage. These actions are punishable by imprisonment for a term of up to three years or imprisonment for the same term.This part of Article 146 of the Criminal Code applies in cases where the illegal deprivation of liberty or abduction of a person is not accompanied by serious consequences or other complicating circumstances, such as the use of physical or mental violence, use for the purpose of terrorist acts or the commission of serious crimes.
Part 2 of Art. 146 Criminal Code provides for a more severe punishment for illegal deprivation of liberty or abduction of a person in cases where the actions are committed against a minor, for selfish reasons, against two or more persons, with a prior conspiracy by a group of persons, in a way that is dangerous to the life or health of the victim , or that is accompanied by causing him physical suffering, or with the use of a weapon, or carried out over a long period of time.
Such actions are punishable by imprisonment for a term of up to five years or deprivation of liberty for the same term.
This part of Article 146 of the Criminal Code is applied in the case when the illegal deprivation of liberty or kidnapping of a person is accompanied by serious circumstances that deepen the gravity of the crime and increase its social danger.
Illegal deprivation of liberty or abduction of a person is committed by an organized group, which indicates a planned and coordinated criminal activity, or when the actions lead to serious consequences, such as serious bodily harm or death of the victim. Such actions are punishable by imprisonment for five to ten years.
If you need advice or legal help, contacting an attorney can be an important step.A lawyer will be able to give you professional advice about your situation, explain your rights and responsibilities, and support you in court if needed.
When choosing a lawyer, it is important to pay attention to his professional experience, qualifications, as well as the presence of positive recommendations from other clients. It is also good to familiarize yourself with the tariffs and conditions of cooperation with a specific lawyer.
