Dismissal from the Armed Forces

Dismissal from the Armed Forces

Legal stages of dismissal from the Armed Forces

Dismissal from the Armed Forces of Ukraine is a process that involves compliance with certain legal procedures and requirements. The legal process of dismissal includes several main stages:

• Legal consultation on dismissal from the Armed Forces.
• Collecting the necessary documents: Certain documents are required for the discharge of a serviceman, including personal file, military ID and medical reports. It is important to take into account the reasons for dismissal - it can be the end of the contract, the state of health or other reasons defined by law. It is important to prepare the correct list of documents for dismissal from the Armed Forces with a lawyer.
• Submitting a discharge report: A serviceman must submit a written application (report) to the command. This report indicates the reason for dismissal and indicates the request for its implementation.
• Medical commission: If the dismissal is related to medical indications, it is necessary to pass the Military Medical Commission (MMC), which confirms the state of health, which makes further service impossible.
• Consideration of the report and decision-making by the command: After submitting the report, the command checks the correctness of the documents, finds out the reasons and makes a decision.
• Receipt of discharge documents: After approval of the discharge, the serviceman receives documentary confirmation, which is necessary for further registration as a civilian.
• Final payments and settlements: The last stage is the settlement of the serviceman, which includes the payment of appropriate compensation, unused vacations and other payments provided for by the legislation of Ukraine.

Under what conditions can a legal service be provided?

Legal assistance for dismissal from the Armed Forces may be provided under the following conditions:

1. Expiration of the contract: The lawyer helps to prepare documents, submit a report, check compliance with all the requirements necessary for dismissal after the end of the contract.
2. State of health: In the presence of medical indications, a lawyer can help in preparing for passing the VLC, providing advice on medical documents and the procedure for dismissal on the basis of health.
3. Other legal grounds: A lawyer can provide assistance in case of dismissal due to family circumstances, in connection with education, changing the place of service at one's own will, etc.
4. Additional circumstances: In the event of a conflict with the command, non-fulfillment of due conditions by the service or violations, a lawyer can advise on the protection of the rights of a serviceman and his release.

Under what conditions the legal service cannot be provided?

Legal assistance on the issue of dismissal from the ZSU may be limited or not provided in the following cases:

• Lack of legal grounds for dismissal: If a serviceman does not have legal grounds, his dismissal may be rejected, and the lawyer will not be able to influence the command's decision.
• Non-compliance with procedures by a serviceman: A lawyer cannot help in cases where a serviceman violates discipline, does not follow military regulations, or violates the terms of a contract.
• Moratorium on exemptions during special periods: During periods of martial law or special circumstances, exemptions may be temporarily restricted and no lawyer will be able to help while these restrictions are in effect.
• Presence of open criminal or disciplinary cases: If a case has been opened against a serviceman, then dismissal may be delayed until the case is considered, which also limits the possibility of legal assistance.

How to figure it out on your own?

1. Familiarize yourself with the legislation: It is important to read the legislative acts regulating service in the Armed Forces, namely the Law of Ukraine "On Military Duty and Military Service".
2. Consultation in the military unit: Check the information with the relevant persons in the military unit - it can be a commander or a personnel officer.
3. Check the reasons for the dismissal: Make sure that the reasons for the dismissal are legitimate and that all the documents are correctly completed.
4. Use online resources: Today, there are many online resources where you can get basic legal advice or read instructions for dismissal from the Armed Forces.

Common questions

What does the cost of a lawyer's services depend on?

The cost of a lawyer's services depends on several factors:

• Complexity of the case: If the case requires additional procedures, trials or appeals, this may affect the cost of services.
• Time costs: If the case takes a lot of time to prepare documents and agree on issues, this will also affect the cost.
• Type of consulting services: Initial consultations may cost less, while complex support costs more.
• Experience and qualifications of the lawyer: Lawyers with more experience and specialization in military matters can charge higher fees for their services.