General Mobilization in Ukraine: What You Need to Know and How to Contest Actions of the TCC
Ukraine is currently undergoing a large-scale general mobilization accompanied by a state of martial law.
This means that men of conscription age are receiving summons and are called to join the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
However, during the implementation of this process, questions sometimes arise regarding the overreach of authority by Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Centers (TCC).
Many men and their families face unlawful fines, delays in court proceedings, and improper actions by these agencies.
Lawyer Nataliia Hnatyik, specializing in military law, explains that violations can often be challenged in court, but the process may take months, especially in large cities such as Kyiv.
This creates additional difficulties for mobilized individuals, as they might receive multiple summons during this period.
It is important to know that many violations can be appealed and resolved personally at the TCC, but only if there are grounds for postponement; otherwise, there is a risk of being mobilized without recourse.
Additionally, since September 1, all students in Ukrainian higher education institutions are required to undergo basic military training (BMT), raising further questions about the mobilization of students who have not completed this training.