“In Ukraine, 20% to 30% of the total number of convicted persons can be attached to the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Currently, more than 8,300 convicts have joined the Armed Forces, and another 1,000 applications are under consideration. The Deputy Minister of Justice of Ukraine Yevhen Pikalov told about it. There are 100 women among the mobilized ones, he said. “If we talk about the potential of this initiative, according to our forecasts”, – WRITE ON: ua.news
In Ukraine, 20% to 30% of the total number of convicted persons can be attached to the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Currently, more than 8,300 convicts have joined the Armed Forces, and another 1,000 applications are under consideration.
The Deputy Minister of Justice of Ukraine Yevhen Pikalov told about it.
There are 100 women among the mobilized ones, he said.
“If we talk about the potential of this initiative, according to our forecasts, about 20-30% of the total number of convicts in Ukraine can take advantage of this opportunity and stand up for the state,” Pikalov said.
He stressed that in the face of continuing aggression of the Russian Federation, it will become an important reserve for strengthening the defensive capacity of Ukraine.
“We consider this process not only as a way of replenishing the ranks of defenders, but also as a mechanism of re -socialization through the highest manifestation of civic responsibility. The Ministry of Justice and the SCVD keep this issue on constant control, providing transparency and objectivity of consideration of each statement, ”the Deputy Minister of Justice said.
The total number of convicts and persons taken into custody is already 37 thousand in Ukraine. However, at the same time, not all convicted and prisoners fall under the necessary criteria for health reasons or articles for which they serve their sentences.
“For example, they cannot (be involved in the Armed Forces – Ed.) – for terrorism, for corruption, sexual crimes, for crimes against national security. According to statistics, 57% are convicted of property crimes, 11% are an article about illegal drug trafficking, ”Pikalov emphasized.
As of early April, the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have filled more than 8,000 former convicts – men and women. Another 900 applications are under consideration.
We will remind, as before, in 2025, some conscripts will not be subject to conscription because of their social status, health or work in critical areas. To obtain status, you need to provide a number of documents.
