Can't hide? Here's a reminder of how summons will be delivered in 2025.
In 2025, the mobilization process continues in Ukraine, and military-registered men may receive summons for various purposes. The legislation establishes clear rules for the delivery of summons, as well as the consequences for ignoring them.
"Telegraph" explains why summons are issued to men. There are several types of documents from the TCC and SP.
Summons for Data Verification
This document summons a citizen to the TCC for updating their personal information: residence, health status, marital status, etc. The aim is to maintain an up-to-date military record and does not imply immediate conscription.
Such summons can be issued not only by the TCC and SP but also anywhere else. They are often delivered in public places, on the street, at checkpoints, etc.
Summons for Military Medical Commission (MMC)
This type of summons requires mandatory medical examination to assess the citizen's fitness for military service. Based on the MMC results, the citizen may be conscripted or placed in military reserve.
Mobilization Order or Combat Summons
This is a serious document that summons the military-registered individual for immediate conscription into the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It specifies the exact date, time, and location where the individual must report for service.
A mobilization order can only be issued after passing the MMC, where the citizen must be declared fit for military service.
It is important to note that ignoring a "combat" summons carries criminal liability.
How Summons Are Delivered
According to Ukrainian law, a summons can be delivered personally to the individual's home, workplace, or place of study. It is considered valid if handed over with a signature.
Additionally, summons can also be sent by mail. The document must be sent as a registered letter. In this case, the summons must be handed directly to the recipient and not left in the mailbox.
The registered letter includes:
- Recipient's full name;
- Details of the military commissioner;
- Information about the content of the letter;
- Barcode identifier for tracking.
It is worth noting that a summons sent by mail will be considered delivered even if the recipient did not collect it from the post office or refused it.
What to Do After Receiving a Summons
The citizen must appear at the TCC at the time specified in the summons. If unable to attend, they must inform the reasons in advance and provide supporting documents, such as:
- Certificate of being hospitalized;
- Death certificate of a close relative;
- Proof of the consequences of a natural disaster.
Liability for Ignoring a Summons
If a military-registered individual fails to comply with the requirements stated in the summons, they face a fine ranging from 17,000 to 25,500 hryvnias. In cases of repeated non-compliance, the individual may be declared wanted.
Previously, "Telegraph" reported on the conditions under which the TCC can declare a military-registered individual wanted. This applies to men aged 25 to 60 who do not fulfill their legally established obligations.