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The disappearance of judge Kyrylo Harnyk’s case: the High Council of Justice avoids referring the matter to the Prosecutor General

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The High Council of Justice (HCJ) has effectively confirmed the special status of two of the country’s most scandal-ridden courts — the liquidated District Administrative Court of Kyiv (DACK) and the Pechersk District Court of Kyiv. Although the versions explaining the disappearance of the case materials concerning judge Kyrylo Harnyk contradict one another and undermine… Continue reading The disappearance of judge Kyrylo Harnyk’s case: the High Council of Justice avoids referring the matter to the Prosecutor General

How the High Council of Justice allows judges of low integrity to leave office with lifelong payments

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In some cases, the High Council of Justice (HCJ) continues a practice that allows judges of low integrity to avoid accountability while simultaneously receiving generous lifelong payments from the state budget. This concerns the retirement of judges against whom disciplinary complaints — or even opened disciplinary proceedings that may lead to dismissal — already exist.… Continue reading How the High Council of Justice allows judges of low integrity to leave office with lifelong payments

A dubious competition and a predictable finale: Pampura appointed Head of the State Judicial Administration

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Questionable candidates once again take up key positions. As we predicted, on 22 December, the High Council of Justice appointed Maksym Pampura as Head of the State Judicial Administration (SJA). Twelve members of the HCJ voted in favour; only Kandziuba, Kravchenko, and Maselko voted against. This decision was taken despite the fact that Pampura appears… Continue reading A dubious competition and a predictable finale: Pampura appointed Head of the State Judicial Administration

A corruption taint is no obstacle: the High Council of Justice plans to appoint the head of the State Judicial Administration

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The competition for the position of Head of the State Judicial Administration has demonstrated that integrity is not a decisive criterion for the High Council of Justice, despite Ukraine’s commitments to the European Union. On 22 December, the High Council of Justice (HCJ) plans to select a new Head of the State Judicial Administration (SJA).… Continue reading A corruption taint is no obstacle: the High Council of Justice plans to appoint the head of the State Judicial Administration

The Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court will decide the fate of two dismissed judges — and show where judicial reform is headed

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On December 4, the Supreme Court may deliver a ruling that will determine not only the fate of two judges who have already been dismissed, but also demonstrate whether the judicial system is finally capable of cleansing itself of judges of low integrity — or whether it will once again protect its own. The Grand… Continue reading The Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court will decide the fate of two dismissed judges — and show where judicial reform is headed

Revenge or the rule of law: the Supreme Court is considering Pavlo Vovk’s appeal against his own dismissal

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Another hearing took place in the Supreme Court in the case of Pavlo Vovk, the judge who was dismissed by the High Council of Justice for interfering with the work of the HQCJ and for other serious violations of judicial ethics. Now, Vovk is trying to argue that the investigative materials in his case supposedly… Continue reading Revenge or the rule of law: the Supreme Court is considering Pavlo Vovk’s appeal against his own dismissal

A decision that could bring Vovk back: the Grand Chamber will consider the Burkhan case

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On 20 November, the Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court may adopt a decision that opens the door for former judge Pavlo Vovk to return to the system and undo the efforts to cleanse the judiciary. This will happen if the Grand Chamber overturns the decision of the High Council of Justice regarding Serhii Burkhan… Continue reading A decision that could bring Vovk back: the Grand Chamber will consider the Burkhan case

The Otrosh case (and more): what decision will the Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court adopt?

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Today’s hearing on the reinstatement of Inna Otrosh ended without a decision. The case was postponed until December 11 at 14:00. Otrosh was supported by her long-time allies: Maidan judges Taras Zaiets and Oksana Tsarevych, as well as Rostyslav Kravets — one of the figures featured in the “Vovk’s tapes”. As expected, Inna Otrosh emphasised… Continue reading The Otrosh case (and more): what decision will the Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court adopt?

The Supreme Court may reinstate the scandalous Inna Otrosh and the Kyiv Appeal judges as soon as tomorrow. Come to the hearing!

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While the public is focused on the “series” of investigations by NABU and SAPO, the Supreme Court, almost unnoticed, may tomorrow reinstate several scandalous former judges: Inna Otrosh and the judges of the Kyiv Court of Appeal — Yurii Slyva, Viktor Hlynianyi, and Ihor Palenyk. Moreover, the Court’s decisions in these cases could affect dozens… Continue reading The Supreme Court may reinstate the scandalous Inna Otrosh and the Kyiv Appeal judges as soon as tomorrow. Come to the hearing!

Paving the way for Pavlo Vovk’s return? The Grand Chamber may reinstate judges dismissed for bribery allegations

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The Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court may issue a ruling that opens the door for Pavlo Vovk and dozens of other judges dismissed for corruption. On Thursday, October 23, the Grand Chamber will consider the appeals of three judges, Yurii Novak, Serhii Vysotskyi, and Serhii Burkhan, all challenging the decisions of the High Council… Continue reading Paving the way for Pavlo Vovk’s return? The Grand Chamber may reinstate judges dismissed for bribery allegations

The President appointed two members of the High Council of Justice

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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed decrees appointing two members of the High Council of Justice (HCJ) — Maksym Saviuk and Vitalii Makhinchuk. This decision had been long-awaited, as the President had delayed the appointment of candidates who had already been vetted and recommended by the Ethics Council. Notably, the appointments took place on the very… Continue reading The President appointed two members of the High Council of Justice

A judge with a Russian passport – no punishment and a chance for lifetime retirement

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A Russian passport in her pocket, a lifetime pension from Ukraine in sight – this is what “justice” looks like from the Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court. The High Council of Justice (HCJ) cancelled the dismissal of Arina Litvinova, a judge of the District Administrative Court of Kyiv (DACK) who held a Russian passport,… Continue reading A judge with a Russian passport – no punishment and a chance for lifetime retirement