The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a new version of the Civil Code. According to Stefanchuk, the document removed provisions that caused a public outcry, such as marriage from the age of 14 and restrictions on divorce.
Key changes in the new Civil Code
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a new version of the Civil Code, the details of which were revealed by the Chairman of the Parliament Ruslan Stefanchuk. According to him, the final version of the document does not contain the provisions that caused the greatest public outcry. In particular, the code will not allow marriage at the age of 14.
In addition, the MPs removed from the text the prohibition on divorce in the event of a wife's pregnancy and within a year after the birth of a child. Thus, these restrictions will not apply in the new legislative framework.
Legal status of engagement and marriage in the Constitution
According to Stefanchuk, the legal status of engagement has already been fixed in the current Civil Code of Ukraine. The new version of this provision is simply transferred without changes, which ensures the stability of legal regulation of this issue.
At the same time, marriage as a union of a man and a woman remains enshrined in the Constitution of Ukraine. The new Civil Code does not change this provision, which guarantees that the current approach to the definition of family relations will remain in place at the legislative level.
Regulations on children, parental rights and adoption
The new Civil Code has not changed the provisions relating to children, parental rights and adoption. This means that the rules that have been in place until now remain in force and do not cause additional controversy in society.
Thus, the document does not contain any innovations in matters relating to the protection of children's rights, adoption procedures or the determination of parental rights. Legislators have maintained stability in this sensitive area.
Why it matters
Updating the Civil Code is a step towards improving Ukraine's legal system in line with public expectations. Removing high-profile provisions helps to avoid social tension and ensure stability in family law matters.
The confirmation of the unchanged key provisions on marriage, engagement and children's rights demonstrates that MPs have taken into account the public's position. This is important for the credibility of the legislative process and the legitimacy of the new provisions.
Maintaining a balance between updating legislation and protecting traditional values will be the basis for the further development of Ukraine's legal system.
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