Enforcing sanctions on Ukrainians liable for military service is challenging in Poland

How will the new Ukrainian mobilization law impact Ukrainian citizens living in Poland? The new law, effective from 18 May 2024, requires conscription-age men abroad to update their data, just as those who remained in Ukraine. Not complying with these regulations may result in fines and suspension of driving licenses, but these only apply within Ukraine. Enforcing them in Poland is difficult for two reasons. First, the current legal framework does not allow for holding Ukrainian citizens accountable if the violation relates only to not meeting Ukrainian military obligations. Second, the large influx of cases involving Ukrainian citizens would further burden the already overwhelmed Polish courts. In practice, enforcing sanctions on Ukrainian citizens in Poland is currently almost impossible. – Aleksander Dżurylo for Polskie Radio.

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