Two-Year Prison Sentences Handed to Ukrainian MP Marchenko and Her Aide for $11,300 Bribe.

Ruling from the High Anti-Corruption Court

According to Novyny.live: On March 19, 2023, the High Anti-Corruption Court delivered a verdict in a case involving an illicit payment for assistance with international travel. Lawmaker Liudmyla Marchenko and her assistant Anastasiia Kolesnik were found guilty of accepting a bribe of $11,300. Both received a sentence of two years in prison. Additionally, Marchenko is barred from holding public office for three years, while Kolesnik is prohibited from working in any capacity related to issuing travel permits.

Further Case Details

Marchenko was officially notified of the suspicion against her on July 11, 2023. Court documents revealed that each service provided in exchange for a bribe was priced at $5,300. The verdict will take effect 30 days after its announcement.

This case underscores the ongoing efforts to combat corruption in Ukraine, particularly among public officials. — Unknown source

It is notable that anti-corruption authorities continue their work to uphold legality and transparency in state governance.