Men of conscription age are required to register for military service, while individuals under 25 can only serve if they have prior military experience, such as service or training in a military department (department).
Recent statements from military officials provide insight into the mobilization process. Although the police are not authorized to independently mobilize Ukrainians, they can issue notifications in collaboration with the Territorial Center for Recruitment and Social Support (TCRC). TCRC staff, on the other hand, can mobilize individuals without police involvement.
However, they do not possess law enforcement or investigative powers, leaving the task of detaining individuals to the police. Despite these official boundaries, reports on social media indicate that these roles are sometimes blurred during detentions.
Authorities have outlined the circumstances under which individuals may be detained. Those who evade military registration rules can be held for up to three hours, with the possibility of extending detention to three days if resistance involves the use of physical force. In such cases, administrative protocols are applied to address disobedience.
Regarding the confiscation of mobile phones, officials clarified that TCRC staff cannot seize devices. However, the use of phones is restricted in designated areas within TCRC facilities. Some locations fall under restricted access zones, where even staff are prohibited from using communication devices.
Concerns have also arisen about the time provided to conscripts for addressing personal matters. Reports that individuals cannot contact family members or grant access to their homes have sparked public outrage. Officials stated that conscripts who comply with registration rules are given time to resolve such issues, including up to two months for preparation. However, this provision does not apply to those identified as violators.
The mobilization of men aged 50 to 60 also remains a contentious issue. While directives indicate that this age group may only be mobilized under special orders, legal experts emphasize that these instructions are not publicly accessible.
Officials noted that men over 50 are primarily recruited for non-combat roles, such as logistics and transportation. However, reports from regional centers suggest that there are no legislative restrictions on mobilizing individuals within this age range.
Moreover, even individuals with official deferments may receive summonses, as the system does not automatically verify reservation status. Ignoring such summonses may lead to administrative fines.
However, employers have the option to ensure continuous deferments for their employees through updated procedures on the "Diia" portal. Applications for reserving can be submitted in advance, and existing deferments can be extended without interruption. Employers must ensure that their enterprise maintains its critical status by providing the necessary documentation to the relevant government ministries.
Mass document checks at checkpoints upon entering Kyiv have led to significant delays and traffic jams. However, these operations are not organized by TCRC and fall under the jurisdiction of law enforcement agencies, including the police, the Security Service of Ukraine, and military personnel. The Kyiv Regional Military Administration oversees decisions regarding the operation of checkpoints and their protocols.