Are court hearings held during martial law?
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Yes, court cases in Ukraine are heard even during martial law.
Peculiarities of court proceedings during martial law:
1. Continuity of work of courts:
- Court proceedings have not been suspended since the beginning of martial law.
2. Relocation of courts:
- Courts located in the temporarily occupied or uncontrolled territories may be temporarily relocated to other regions.
- Information on court relocation is available on the official website of the Judiciary of Ukraine.
3. Consideration of security conditions:
- Cases may be postponed in the event of insecure conditions, such as threats of shelling or other emergencies.
4. Electronic court:
- To ensure access to justice, the electronic court system is actively used, which allows filing documents and participating in cases remotely.
