Draft evasion

Draft evasion occurs when an individual intentionally avoids military service or conscription, which is when governments require citizens to serve in the armed forces. People may evade the draft through various means such as refusing to register, deserting, seeking exemptions or postponements, or fleeing to another country. Governments typically consider draft evasion a serious offense because it undermines national security and the obligation to serve in wartime. Penalties can include fines, imprisonment, or other legal consequences.