Operation 'Legal Christmas Tree': A Call for Safe Purchases

As part of preventive measures, law enforcement in Odesa is conducting inspections at markets selling Christmas trees, emphasizing the importance of adhering to trade laws and environmental protection regulations. They urge buyers to be vigilant and choose only legally sourced trees.
Officials pay special attention to documentation confirming the legality of sales, as well as the presence of labels and chips that verify the origin of coniferous plants. During these inspections, police engage in discussions with vendors and customers, explaining the potential consequences of violating laws regarding logging, transportation, and sale of forest resources.
Law enforcement highlights that one of the safest options is purchasing an artificial Christmas tree, which can last many years without harming the environment, or a live tree that can be planted after the holidays. If you decide to buy a cut tree, do so only at official sales points where appropriate chips and labels are present. To verify the legality of your purchased tree, you can use the resources of the state forest portal open.ukrforest.com.
Authorities also warn that violating the rules of harvesting, transporting, and selling coniferous trees can lead to administrative or even criminal liability. Therefore, citizens are encouraged to remain alert, buy only legal trees, and report any violations to the police or by calling 102.
These preventive measures will continue throughout the festive period.