What are the complaint statistics for 2025?

According to the Office of the Human Rights Ombudsman, about 5,000 complaints about violations by TCC employees were recorded in January-October 2025 - a 47% increase compared to 2024 (3,400+ complaints).

Is busification legal?

The legality of these practices remains debatable. TCC employees outside their offices do not have the right to check documents, detain people, or use physical force. Only police officers have the right to check documents on the street.

How many were mobilized as of October 2024?

According to official data, as of October 2024, 1,050,000 citizens had been mobilized.

What are the main violations recorded during mobilization?

Main violations include: physical violence and beatings, use of weapons and special means, denial of access to lawyers, illegal detention and forcible delivery to TCC, refusal to accept documents, concealment of information about whereabouts of detainees.

What should I do if my rights are violated during mobilization?

You should contact the Human Rights Ombudsman, document all violations (video, witnesses), contact a lawyer, and file a complaint with law enforcement agencies.

What changes in the mobilization process occurred in 2025?

From September 1, 2025, TCC representatives are required to use body cameras, and recording must be continuous. The "limitedly fit" status was also abolished.

What is busification?

Q: What is busification?

Busification is a colloquial term for the practice of detaining draft-age citizens by TCC representatives and transporting them to recruitment centers by bus. The term comes from "busik" (minibus).

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