State Institution for the Execution of Sentences and Protection of Human Rights
The State Institution “Execution of Punishments and Protection of Human Rights” (SIZO) is a central government authority responsible for organizing the execution of criminal sentences and protecting the rights of convicted and imprisoned persons. It manages Ukraine’s penitentiary system and ensures that sentences are served in correctional institutions.
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Ukrainian anti-corruption court orders Kolomoisky to attend hearing in person
Ukraine’s Higher Anti-Corruption Court ordered State Bureau of Investigation officers to bring former PrivatBank owner Ihor Kolomoisky to court for a hearing scheduled for November 9 at 11:00. The bureau had twice refused to escort him, citing safety concerns, and sought permission for a closed hearing or video participation.