ON THE ISSUE OF ADMINISTRATIVE LIABILITY FOR VIOLATIONS OF LEGISLATION IN THE FIELD OF LAND USE OF FARMS

Abstract

This article examines administrative liability for violations of legislation
governing the use of farmland by farm enterprises, a crucial issue in the context of
land relations reform in Ukraine. It analyzes key legal norms regulating the use of farmland and the administrative enforcement mechanisms applied to violators.
The study explores major types of legal violations, including unauthorized land
occupation, improper land use, breaches of environmental regulations, and non-
compliance with state control requirements. Particular attention is given to
administrative sanctions prescribed by the Code of Ukraine on Administrative
Offenses, as well as other legal acts that establish liability for illegal land use. The
study identifies several challenges in enforcing administrative measures, such as
the inefficiency of control mechanisms, the low level of legal awareness among
farmers, and the shortcomings of existing sanctions, which are often insufficient
to prevent repeat offenses. The paper highlights the need to improve legal norms
regarding administrative liability in land relations. It proposes ways to enhance
administrative control efficiency, including improving the state monitoring
system, increasing fines, and strengthening legal education among land users.
Special attention is also given to the potential for integrating digital technologies
into land use monitoring, which could help detect violations in a timely manner
and facilitate their effective prevention.
Thus, ensuring compliance with land legislation and effectively
implementing administrative liability measures will contribute to the rational use
of farmland by farm enterprises, reduce the incidence of legal violations in this
sector, and enhance the legal culture within Ukraine’s agricultural industry.