Illicit enrichment criminalization

llicit enrichment is a criminal offence which is defined as “acquisition by a public official of significant assets legal origin of which is not proven, as well as the transfer of such assets to the third party”.  Illicit enrichment is punishable by imprisonment for up to two years, disqualification from holding certain positions or engaging in certain activities for up to three years, and the confiscation of property (Art. 368-2 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine).

Although NABU has been investigating a number of cases of alleged illicit enrichment, the Constitutional Court of Ukraine recognized the provision of on February 26, 2019. On October 31, 2019, the Parliament updated and restored the provisions on illicit enrichment in the Criminal Code.