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In any case, there are still two arguable points, referred to the right to be elected, which were already noted in the previous Venice Commission opinion, and which remain unchanged.  The first, the requirement of five years residence in Ukraine, is clearly excessive, and does not respect the standards outlined in the Code of good practice in electoral matters[6].  According to the Code of good practice, a length of residence requirement may be imposed on nationals solely for local or regional elections, and it should not exceed six months, unless its aim is to protect national minorities.