Reforming the National Legislation under Martial Law and in Times of Emergency: Strategies and Prospects

The current security architecture in Ukraine is going through a new test. The imposition of martial law is justified due to the armed aggression of the russian federation and the external challenges that came with it. Yet, when martial law is in effect, it can lead to difficulties in implementing the rule of law and some constitutional guarantees. The emerging challenges have to some extent prompted discussions over the importance of reforming and adapting the legislation under martial law. This study aims to examine the current problems and prospective directions of reforming the national legislation during martial law and in the event of a state of emergency. The study informs about the promising directions for law reformation under martial law and during a state of emergency. The present findings necessitate the need for a strategic approach in order to protect constitutional rights and ensure compliance with international norms during martial law and amid national emergency. The results of the study are of interest to lawyers in various fields and subjects of law-making initiatives.

rule of law, martial law, law reform, legal regime, human rights