The state guarantees financial support to the families of Ukrainian servicemen who died while on duty. However, there are clearly defined cases in which relatives cannot claim the monetary compensation of 15 million hryvnias, which is paid out gradually.
This is reported by Finway
Grounds for Denial of Assistance
Before the payment is awarded, the authorities responsible for social security thoroughly investigate the circumstances of the soldier’s death. According to current legislation, there are six main reasons for which families may be denied payments. In particular, compensation is not provided if the death of the defender occurred as a result of:
- committing a criminal or administrative offense;
- being under the influence of drugs or alcohol;
- suicide (except in cases where it is proven that the individual was driven to this in a court of law).
Which Family Members May Be Denied Payment
In addition to the circumstances of the death, the state also checks the individuals who are applying for financial assistance. Payments are not awarded if the applicant:
- provided knowingly false information to obtain assistance;
- committed murder, attempted to take the lives of other relatives of the soldier, or committed criminal or administrative offenses against the deceased;
- evaded the obligation to support the soldier during his lifetime (for example, a father who did not pay alimony to his son who was a serviceman cannot expect to receive payment in the event of his death).
“Before the 15 million hryvnias are paid to the families of the deceased, an investigation into the circumstances of the serviceman’s death is conducted. The law establishes six reasons for which payment may be denied.”
Thus, receiving state assistance for a deceased serviceman comes with a number of legal restrictions aimed at ensuring fair distribution of funds and preventing abuse.