Military Administrations as a Subject of Power

The operation of the state during a specific period is influenced by the establishment of specialized governing bodies or changes in the legal status of existing entities. This is precisely what military administrations are as special subjects of power, commencing their activities after the implementation of the legal regime of martial law and possessing extensive powers and rights. The relevance of the scientific research topic lies in the emergence of new legal relations, including the composition of subjects, requiring additional analysis. The imposition of the legal regime of martial law across the entire territory of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, was prompted by a full-scale military aggression against Ukraine. Consequently, a comprehensive change in the mechanisms of state functioning necessitates thorough and detailed study, encompassing both theoretical and practical aspects. The theoretical foundation for the research draws from the works of scholars such as V.Y. Bohdanovych, S.O. Kuznichenko, V.V. Dulger, V.Y. Shevchenko, Y. Yakovchuk, S.M. Melnyk, and others. The normative and legal basis encompasses the Constitution of Ukraine, Laws of Ukraine on the legal regime of martial law, on local state administrations, decrees of the President of Ukraine, and other legal acts. The article delves into the legislative concept of military administration, as well as the regulatory and legal aspects of their activities. Based on the research results, the author proposes the definition «military administration» and explores the classification of military administrations by subordination and administrative-territorial principles. The issue of appointing the heads of military administrations is examined in the context of verifying their competence and suitability for the position. Conclusions drawn from the elaborated scientific- theoretical and legal foundation shed light on the functioning of military administrations as special subjects of power, identifying shortcomings in their operation and suggesting possible solutions. This approach aims to eliminate legislative gaps and contribute to enhancing the defense capability of the state and elevating the level of functioning of its institutions.