Child support defaulters required to complete 120 hours of community service

New Punishments for Parents Who Don’t Pay Child Support in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan has increased the punishment for parents who avoid paying alimony for the maintenance of their minor child. The new law states that offenders will be sentenced to 15 days in prison or 20 BCAs, equivalent to a 6 million soum fine. They will also be required to perform up to 120 hours of paid community service, with 50% of their salary going towards paying off their alimony obligations.

The revised law is part of Uzbekistan’s ongoing efforts to improve the protection of women’s and children’s rights, and to ensure that children receive adequate financial support from their parents. In 2021, over 5,300 individuals who refused to pay alimony were sentenced to administrative imprisonment, and officials expect this number to increase to 8,700 in 2022.

The Bureau of Compulsory Enforcement in Uzbekistan has received over 48,200 appeals related to alimony, accounting for 53% of all appeals received. This year, 495 billion soums of alimony were collected for the benefit of children in need of financial support, while advance payments were made for 13 houses worth 2.2 billion soums and 2 vehicles worth 255 million soums.

Under the «Alimony Payments» state trust fund established by the Bureau, a total of 6.2 billion soums were allocated to the benefit of 487 alimony recipients. Moreover, the bureau has intervened to place over 6,000 debtors in work and reconcile over 11,200 families.

The increased punishment for non-payment of child support reflects Uzbekistan’s commitment to enhancing the well-being of its citizens, particularly vulnerable groups such as women and children. Offenders who fail to comply with their alimony obligations may now face severe consequences, including imprisonment and community service.

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