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What is the legal consequence of avoiding mandatory military service in the Republic of Armenia, and what is the legal way of its solution?

Avoiding compulsory military service in the Republic of Armenia leads to the initiation of criminal proceedings against the person and the placement of the person on the wanted list. The legal way of terminating criminal proceedings depends on the individual circumstances of the case and the grounds provided by law for terminating criminal proceedings.

What rights do dual citizens with Armenian citizenship have in the Republic of Armenia?

In the Republic of Armenia, a dual citizen with Armenian citizenship is recognized only as a citizen of the Republic of Armenia; therefore, they have all the rights and obligations provided for a citizen of the Republic of Armenia on an equal basis with other citizens.

Does avoiding a military training muster entail liability?

Avoiding a military training muster without a ground provided by law entails criminal liability with imprisonment for a maximum term of up to two years.

Is failure to receive a notice to appear at the military commissariat not considered proper notification and does not cause any consequences?

If a notice sent by the military commissariat or the body conducting the proceedings is returned with a note indicating rejection by the notified party, the notified party is considered duly notified.

What is the legal consequence of not appearing at the military commissariat after receiving the notice sent by the military commissariat?

Depending on the content of the notice, administrative or criminal liability may arise. Specifically, if the notice refers to adjusting personal data or appearing for registration, non-appearance may result in administrative liability. If the notice refers to appearing for compulsory military service, non-appearance may result in criminal liability.

How can the circumstances of a person’s being wanted for evading mandatory military service be found out and a criminal case being initiated against him?

These circumstances can be clarified by sending official requests to the competent state bodies.

What are the types of residence status in the Republic of Armenia?

Temporary: up to one year
Permanent: five years
Special: ten years.

Who can apply for temporary residence status?

Temporary residence status is granted to a foreigner if they substantiate residence in the territory of the Republic of Armenia for a period of one year or more.

The grounds can be:

Study,
Possession of a work permit,
Being the spouse, parent, or child of a foreigner holding temporary residence status in the Republic of Armenia,
Being the spouse or close relative (parent, child, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild) of a citizen of the Republic of Armenia or of a foreigner holding permanent or special residence status in the Republic of Armenia,
Engaging in entrepreneurial activities in the Republic of Armenia,
Having Armenian national origin,
Other cases prescribed by law

Who can apply for permanent residence status?

Permanent residence status is granted to a foreigner if they:

Prove the existence of a spouse or close relative (parent, child, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild) holding citizenship of the Republic of Armenia or special residence status in the Republic of Armenia, possesses accommodation and means of living in the Republic of Armenia, and, before submission of an application for permanent residence status, has resided for at least three years in the Republic of Armenia as prescribed by law,
Are engaged in entrepreneurial activities in the Republic of Armenia,
Have Armenian national origin.

Which state agency is responsible for the process of granting residency status in the Republic of Armenia?

The application for residence status in the Republic of Armenia should be submitted to the Migration and Citizenship Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Armenia.

Which government agency’s function is company registration in the State of California, the United Sates of America?

The California Secretary of State is responsible for the registration of companies in the USA.

Which are the main steps in the process of registering an LLC in the USA?

It is required to:

Select a company name and check whether it is available and meets all prerequisites;
Designate a registered agent who will receive subsequent correspondence;
Submit the Articles of Organization of the LLC to the California Secretary of State’s Office;
Provide the Statement of Information within 90 days after submission;
Develop an Operating Agreement outlining the LLC’s internal processes;
Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.

Is the process of registering a corporation different from the one of registering an LLC?

Yes, there are some differences. The process of registering a corporation is slightly shorter.

It is necessary to:

Select the company name, ensuring its availability and compliance with all prerequisites;
Designate a registered agent who will receive correspondence;
Submit the Articles of Incorporation to the California Secretary of State’s Office.

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