{"id":2483,"date":"2026-05-27T06:38:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T03:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/svaroglaw.com\/kryminalne-pravo\/kompensacziya-shkody-zavdanoyi-organamy-vlady\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T19:43:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T16:43:00","slug":"kompensacziya-shkody-zavdanoyi-organamy-vlady","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/svaroglaw.com\/en\/kryminalne-pravo\/kompensacziya-shkody-zavdanoyi-organamy-vlady\/","title":{"rendered":"Compensation for damage caused by public authorities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In Ukraine, there is a statutory right to compensation for damage caused by state or local government bodies. Compensation may be awarded for material or non-material losses. Payments are made from public funds (the local or national budget).<\/p>\n<h2>Compensation for damage in various cases<\/h2>\n<p>Everyone has the right to compensation for damage caused by public authorities. Compensation may be awarded in the following cases:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">unlawful decisions, actions or omissions by state authorities;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">unlawful decisions, actions or omissions by an official or public servant;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">the adoption by a public authority of an unlawful regulatory act that has been repealed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How is compensation for damage awarded?<\/h2>\n<p>Damages may be resolved in the following ways:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">out of court through the adoption of individual acts;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">in court with evidence of the damage caused.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Procedure for compensation for damages<\/h2>\n<p>Compensation for damages caused by public authorities is possible in two cases:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">out of court \u2013 the public authority resolves the matter independently and pays the damages;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">through the courts \u2013 the case is heard by an administrative court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The following documents are required for compensation through the courts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">statement of claim;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">a copy of the unlawful regulatory act;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">response letters from the authorities;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">other evidence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>When is a lawyer needed in criminal cases?<\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes you simply cannot do without a lawyer\u2019s help, because it is they who:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">know all the nuances of the law to formulate a strategy;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">can quickly prepare evidence;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">will ensure representation in court;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">will avoid potential legal errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Criminal defence solicitors from Svarog<\/h2>\n<p>It is essential to seek the assistance of a criminal defence lawyer immediately after a legal incident occurs. This will help avoid various problems. Our lawyers offer the following types of assistance:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">defence in criminal proceedings;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">assessment of actual damages;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">preparation of a claim and submission to the court;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">collection of evidence regarding moral and material damage;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">full legal representation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To obtain answers to important legal questions, you should seek advice from a criminal lawyer. They will help you develop a strategy to resolve the issue at hand.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>How do I claim compensation for damages from the authorities?<\/h3>\n<p>To claim damages, it is important to take the following steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">gather evidence that damage has occurred;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">assess the losses (carried out by experts);<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">file a claim with the court;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">pay the court fees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>When can damages be claimed from the state?<\/h3>\n<p>Compensation for damages may be claimed from the state in the following cases:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">unlawful actions by public officials;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">unlawful actions by state bodies;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">destruction of property due to military action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What evidence is required to claim compensation for damages?<\/h3>\n<p>The evidence required to claim compensation will depend on the category of damage. For material damage, you must have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">documents establishing title to the property;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">damage reports or video footage;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">an expert\u2019s assessment of the loss and receipts for expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To claim compensation for non-material damage, you will need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">medical certificates from specialists;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">receipts for treatment-related expenses;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">certificates of incapacity for work;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">witness statements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Can you claim compensation for non-pecuniary damage resulting from unlawful actions by the authorities?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Ukrainian law allows for compensation for non-pecuniary damage resulting from unlawful actions by the authorities. To do so, the following conditions must be met:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">provide evidence of emotional distress;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">obtain a court ruling on the actions of the authorities that caused the distress;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">prove the fault of the authority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How do I file a claim for damages?<\/h3>\n<p>To draft the claim correctly, you must provide all the following details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">the name of the court;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">a description of the damage;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">evidence of liability;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">claims for compensation;<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">necessary documents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You must then pay the court fee and submit the documents to the court.<\/p>\n<h3>How much does a solicitor cost in cases against public authorities?<\/h3>\n<p>A solicitor\u2019s legal fees are calculated on a case-by-case basis, as every case is unique. 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