NEEDS ASSESSMENT OF UKRAINE’S JUSTICE SYSTEM

NEEDS ASSESSMENT OF UKRAINE’S JUSTICE SYSTEM

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Table of Contents

Key Elements

Introduction and Research Methodology

Executive Summary

Conclusions and Recommendations

Table of Contents

Overview of the Past and Present Justice-Related Efforts

Political Will to Ensure Justice for Grave Crimes

Overview of Ukraine’s Domestic Legislation Criminal law

Operation and Capacity of Investigative Authorities to Investigate International Crimes

Operation and Capacity of Prosecutor's Offices to Prosecute International Crimes

Operation and Capacity of the Courts of Law to Administer Justice for International Crimes

The Role of the International Accountability Mechanisms

Participation of Victims of Grave International Crimes in Justice Related Processes

The Rights of Persons Suspected and/or Accused of Grave International Crimes

Annexes

List of Abbreviations and Acronyms

Annex 2

Results of investigations into criminal offences related to the consequences of the armed conflict (2014–2024)

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Last update:

16.04.2026

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