The Seal of Confession under the Legislation of Ukraine

The article is devoted to the study of seal confession legal protection by Ukrainian legislation under circumstances its formation and development. conducted analysis has given grounds make up conclusions concerning “three levels” regulation Ukraine, depending on conditions confession. general accomplished through provisions Law “On Freedom Conscience Religious Organizations” as well procedural codes regarding prohibition demanding information obtained from believers clergymen during interrogating them witnesses. Information entrusted a military chaplain serviceman higher degree protection, such an acquires status confidential. highest established for confessions made in penitentiary institutions. For confessions, prohibitions disclosure apply not only priests, but also other persons: employees authorities, court, interpreter. There are positive obligations create ensure secrecy.