Publication date: 06.06.2024
''What is the criminal liability for crimes against the fundamentals of Ukraine's national security?''
Crimes against the fundamentals of Ukraine's national security are among the most dangerous in criminal law. A criminal defense lawyer or criminal defense lawyer is often retained to protect the rights and interests of individuals accused of such crimes.
The Criminal Code of Ukraine provides for liability for various crimes against the foundations of national security, such as actions aimed at violent change or overthrow of the constitutional order, seizure of state power, encroachment on the territorial integrity and inviolability of Ukraine, espionage, sabotage and others.
The penalties for these crimes can be very severe, ranging from long-term imprisonment to life imprisonment. For example, for actions aimed at violent change or overthrow of the constitutional order or seizure of state power, punishment is provided in the form of imprisonment for a term of five to ten years (Article 109 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). Encroachment on the territorial integrity and inviolability of Ukraine is punishable by imprisonment for a term of three to five years (Article 110 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine).
A lawyer in criminal cases involving crimes against national security must carefully study all the circumstances of the case and collect the necessary evidence to defend the client. His role is to ensure that the rights and freedoms of the client are properly respected, as well as to seek opportunities for mitigation of punishment or even acquittal.
The cost of a criminal defense lawyer can be quite high, especially in cases involving national security, as they are usually complex and require significant effort to effectively defend a client.
Although crimes against national security are not as common as murder, theft or robbery, they are considered one of the most dangerous for the state and society. Therefore, the state treats them with particular severity and rigidity.
If a person has been illegally detained or taken into custody in connection with a crime against national security, a criminal defense lawyer can help with the arrest being lifted and the client's violated rights restored. Criminal law provides clear procedures and guarantees for the protection of the rights of citizens, and the lawyer must monitor their compliance.
It should be noted that crimes against the fundamentals of national security may be considered particularly serious crimes, which may also affect the severity of punishment. Therefore, in such cases, professional legal assistance is extremely important to ensure adequate protection of the rights of the accused person.
Consequently, criminal liability for crimes against the fundamentals of Ukraine's national security is extremely severe and can include long prison terms or even life imprisonment. Therefore, the involvement of a qualified criminal lawyer is necessary to ensure effective protection of the rights and interests of a person in such important and complex cases.
