Former DMS Deputy Head Dina Pymakhova Sentenced to Nine Years for Bribery

Former DMS Deputy Head Dina Pymakhova Sentenced to Nine Years for Bribery
Former DMS Deputy Head Dina Pymakhova Sentenced to Nine Years for Bribery

Verdict for former deputy head of the migration service

The judge handed down a verdict against Dina Pymakhova, who previously held the position of first deputy head of the State Migration Service (DMS). She was found guilty of bribery and sentenced to nine years of imprisonment. Additionally, the court ordered the confiscation of all property owned by the convicted individual.

First case episode: Vietnamese citizen

According to pre-trial investigation materials, the first incident occurred in June 2017. At that time, the official offered a foreigner from Vietnam assistance with obtaining a temporary residence permit in Ukraine. The validity period of such a document was to be one year, with the possibility of further extension up to three years. For providing the service, Pymakhova demanded 1,800 US dollars, which she actually received.

Second case: obtaining a Ukrainian passport

The next episode examined by the court concerned a citizen of Iran. In August 2017, the former deputy head of the DMS offered him assistance in acquiring Ukrainian citizenship by territorial origin. To implement this plan, it was envisaged to use official documents containing knowingly false information.

After successfully obtaining citizenship, the man was to receive a Ukrainian citizen passport and a passport for travel abroad. For resolving this matter, Dina Pymakhova demanded 30,000 US dollars.

Status of the decision

The verdict will enter into legal force 30 days after its pronouncement, provided that the parties do not file an appeal.

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