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The Supreme Council of Justice (SCJ) has taken decisive actions by dismissing several judges involved in various controversies. This includes Pavlo Vovk, former head of the liquidated Kyiv District Administrative Court, and Arina Litvinova, whose Russian citizenship was uncovered. These dismissals underscore Ukraine's ongoing efforts to reform its judicial system amidst challenges of corruption and foreign influence. The SCJ's actions are part of a broader strategy to enhance transparency and accountability within Ukraine's judiciary. Recent cases also involve allegations of financial misconduct, emphasizing the SCJ's commitment to upholding legal integrity. These efforts aim to fortify the rule of law in Ukraine, aligning with international standards and reinforcing public trust in the judicial process.

How has the Supreme Council of Justice impacted judges recently?

The Supreme Council of Justice has been actively involved in dismissing judges implicated in controversies such as Pavlo Vovk and Arina Litvinova. These actions reflect a push for judicial reform and the removal of judges found with Russian citizenship or involved in misconduct.

What actions has the Supreme Council of Justice taken against judicial misconduct?

The SCJ has taken significant steps including dismissing judges suspected of financial misconduct and foreign affiliations. These actions highlight the council’s dedication to legal integrity and transparency in response to Ukraine’s judicial reform objectives.

What is the role of the Supreme Council of Justice in judicial reform?

The SCJ plays a critical role in Ukraine's judicial reform by maintaining judicial integrity through dismissals and disciplinary actions. It works to ensure judges adhere to national laws and international standards, thus fortifying the country’s legal system.

Why was Pavlo Vovk dismissed by the Supreme Council of Justice?

Pavlo Vovk was dismissed from the judiciary due to his association with controversial actions and ethical violations. His removal signifies the SCJ's effort to eliminate corrupt practices within the judiciary to foster a fair legal environment.

What are the implications of Arina Litvinova's dismissal?

Arina Litvinova's dismissal by the SCJ, following the revelation of her Russian citizenship, underlines the council's commitment to preventing foreign influence and ensuring that judges maintain allegiance to Ukraine, supporting national sovereignty.

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HCJ overturns sanction against Judge Litvinova HCJ overturns decision to dismiss Judge Litvinova, who was found to hold Russian citizenship – Anti-Corruption Action Center The High Council of Justice has overturned its decision to dismiss Arina Litvinova, a judge of the dissolved Kyiv District Administrative Court (KDAC), who had earlier been reported by journalists to hold Russian citizenship. 3 797 44 Previously in trend: Russian citizenship of Judge Litvinova

Judge of liquidated DACK Pavel Vovk dismissed from his post High Council of Justice dismisses former DACK head Vovk Pavlo Vovk, a judge and former head of the liquidated Kyiv District Administrative Court, has been dismissed from his post. 2 718 24

HCJ dismisses judge Litvinova who was found to have Russian citizenship Judge Litvinova, whose Russian passport was found, dismissed - HCJ The HCJ dismissed Arina Litvinova, a judge of the liquidated Kyiv District Administrative Court, who was found to have Russian citizenship by journalists. 5 201 41

NABU filed a complaint against the judge NABU Director files complaint with HCJ against Pecherskyi court judge: she returned seized funds to unauthorized persons The NABU director filed a complaint with the High Council of Justice asking to bring a judge of the Pecherskyi District Court of Kyiv to disciplinary responsibility.  3 299 10 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

Judge Arestova, whose Russian passport was found, is fired HCJ dismisses judge Arestova, whose RF passport was found by Schemes The High Council of Justice dismissed judge Liudmyla Arestova of the Donetsk District Administrative Court, whose Russian passport was found by Schemes journalists. 5 095 32

Judge Litvinova was suspended Judge Litvinova, whose RF passport was found by Schemes, was temporarily suspended from administering justice by HCJ Judge of the Kyiv District Administrative Court Litvinova Arina Volodymyrivna has been temporarily suspended from the administration of justice based on the decision of the Second Disciplinary Chamber of the High Council of Justice. 6 778 13

Суддя ОАСК Альона Мазур HCJ Disciplinary Chamber submits motion to dismiss KDAC judge Mazur, who "appeared" on tapes with Vovk - AntAC. PHOTO The First Disciplinary Chamber of the High Council of Justice unanimously submitted a motion to dismiss judge of the Kyiv District Administrative Court Alona Mazur. 4 741 2

ВРП звільнила суддю Інну Масло. HCJ dismisses judge of Supreme Administrative Court of Ukraine Maslo, who is suspected of non-declaration of assets worth UAH 7.8 million The High Council of Justice has dismissed Judge of the High Administrative Court of Ukraine Inna Maslo for committing a significant disciplinary offense. Inna Maslo is on the wanted list initiated by the NABU. 1 924 12

Зловживання у судах Judges Hladysheva and Kuz ask Zelenskyy to respond to 10-year-old intervention in automated distribution of cases in Ivano-Frankivsk District Court of Lviv. DOCUMENT Judge of the Rivne District Court of the Rivne Region Khrystyna Hladysheva and Judge of the Frankiv District Court of Lviv Vasyl Kuz wrote an open letter to the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in which they called on the head of state to respond to criminal activity in the Frankiv District Court of Lviv. 5 106 25

Суддя на Дніпропетровщині замовив викрадення свого бізнес-партнера Supreme Council of Justice suspends Economic Court of Dnipropetrovsk Region judge suspected of kidnapping a business partner. VIDEO Based on SBI materials, a judge of the Economic Court of Dnipropetrovsk region was suspended from administering justice. He is suspected of organising a kidnapping. 1 911 12

суддя,літвінова HCJ suspends consideration of dismissal of KDAC judge Litvinova, who was found to have Russian citizenship On July 23, the High Council of Justice suspended consideration of the dismissal of judge Arina Litvinova, who had previously been found to have Russian citizenship by journalists. 4 199 16

тандир Updated SCJ continues to make questionable decisions, in particular, it stopped disciplinary case against judge Tandyr - Shabunin After the renewal, the SCJ continues to make decisions that raise many questions. Which makes you think about another reboot of this body. 4 062 21 Ukrainian Politics

суд High Council of Justice agrees to detain judges of Kyiv Court of Appeal caught on bribery - SAPO On December 4, 2023, the High Council of Justice granted the motion of the head of the SAPO to grant consent to the detention of four judges of the Kyiv Court of Appeal, who were caught the day before receiving an undue benefit of USD 35 thousand. The judges were caught receiving an undue benefit for USD 35 thousand for deciding to cancel the seizure of property. 1 543 4 Incidents

смирнов,князев Supreme Court Chief Justice Knyazev accused Deputy Head of Prosecutor General’s Office Smyrnov of harming judicial reform. Smyrnov replied Supreme Court Chief Justice Vsevolod Knyazev said that words of Deputy Head of Presidential Office Andriy Smirnov about the list of candidates for positions of members to High Council of Justice approved by the Ethics Council could have harmed judicial reform in Ukraine. Smirnov replied that quality of candidates was questioned not only by him, but also by anti-corruption organizations. 18 041 47 Ukrainian Politics

врп G7 ambassadors call for resumption of work of Supreme Council of Justice The G7 ambassadors publicly issued a statement about the criticality of the launch of the High Council of Justice. 4 726 26 Ukrainian Politics

маасікас Ukraine is making rapid progress in fight against corruption, recommendation on Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office has been implemented, - EU Ambassador Maasikas In the European Union, it is important that Ukraine is actively involved in the reform of the ship system and the fight against corruption. 2 617 41 Ukrainian Politics

врп EU Ambassador Maasikas on appointment of two members of VRP: Great news for Ukrainian justice reform. Maselko and Moroz have public support The head of the EU representation in Ukraine, Matti Maasikas, called the election of two members of the High Council of Justice excellent news for the judicial reform of Ukraine. 2 799 5 Ukrainian Politics

суд Judicial mafia pushes through Verkhovna Rada a number of unconstitutional decisions on restoration of Supreme Council of Justice, - Zhernakov The judicial mafia is trying to push through parliament a decision that will allow all traitorous judges to return to office and sue for insane amounts of money. At the same time, it will effectively abolish judicial reform. 20 442 102 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi vows not to allow blocking of judicial reform in Ukraine Zelenskyi vows not to allow blocking of judicial reform in Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has promised to prevent judicial reform in Ukraine from being blocked and to immediately assess and repulse any illegal actions in this matter, according to a statement published on the website of the head of state. 12 993 44 Ukrainian Politics

G7 ambassadors call for postponing appointments to HCJ, Constitutional Court G7 ambassadors call for postponing appointments to HCJ, Constitutional Court The ambassadors of the G7 countries have called on the Congress of Judges to postpone appointments to the High Council of Justice and the Constitutional Court of Ukraine until transparent selection processes are established. 1 384 9 Ukrainian Politics

High Council of Justice elects new chairman High Council of Justice elects new chairman Andrii Ovsiyenko has been elected the new chairman of Ukraine's High Council of Justice (HCJ) following the resignation of Volodymyr Hovorukha, the HCJ's press service has reported. 2 277 10 Ukrainian Politics

High Council of Justice refuses to remove judge Vovk from duties High Council of Justice refuses to remove judge Vovk from duties The High Council of Justice (HCJ) has refused to satisfy the motion of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine to suspend the judge of the Kyiv District Administrative Court Pavlo Vovk in connection with the investigation of the criminal proceedings. 6 703 70 Ukrainian Politics

General Nazarov files lawsuit against judge who convicted him General Nazarov files lawsuit against judge who convicted him The High Council of Justice intends to dismiss Judge Natalia Samotkan who sentenced Major General Victor Nazarov to seven years in prison on charges of habitual negligence in office during war resulting in downing of Il-76 military aircraft in June 2014. 8 684 123 Previously in trend: Sentence on Nazarov

High Council of Justice convenes emergency meeting amidst interior minister’s intent to remove police protection from courts High Council of Justice convenes emergency meeting amidst interior minister’s intent to remove police protection from courts The meeting held on Feb. 19 was aimed at considering the court ruling to cut loose the person who shot and injured the police officer outside the Solomianskyi district court of Kyiv on Feb. 15. 27 766 140 Incidents

сша Strong nominees to Supreme Court, but integrity concerns remain, - US Embassy The candidates selected through contests for the posts of Supreme Court judges should be considered by the Supreme Council of Justice. 15 925 73 Ukrainian Politics

судья SCJ recommends dismissal of "Maidan Judge" Nelli Lastivka, - lawyer. PHOTO The Supreme Council of Justice (SCJ) has recommended the dismissal of another judge charged with delivering unlawful decisions against Maidan activists in 2014. 27 204 30 Ukrainian Politics

врп Supreme Council of Justice authorizes arrest of judge for first time The Supreme Council of Justice has granted a motion by the Prosecutor General's Office to detain Judge of the Suvorov district court of Odesa Kostiantyn Bobovskyi. 47 436 107 Ukrainian Politics