In February 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law allowing the state to from individuals convicted of spreading "deliberately false information" about the country's military. This legislation represents a significant escalation in the Kremlin's crackdown on dissent since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Key Provisions of the Law
This law builds upon March 2022 legislation that already imposed jail terms of up to 15 years for criticizing the war.
Convicted individuals may also be stripped of honorary state titles. Context and Impact
Confiscation applies to those convicted of "discrediting" the armed forces, spreading "fake news" about the military, calling for anti-Russian sanctions, or inciting extremist activities.
Authorities can seize assets that were gained through criminal means or used to finance activities deemed a threat to national security.
In February 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law allowing the state to from individuals convicted of spreading "deliberately false information" about the country's military. This legislation represents a significant escalation in the Kremlin's crackdown on dissent since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Key Provisions of the Law
This law builds upon March 2022 legislation that already imposed jail terms of up to 15 years for criticizing the war. Russian Parliament Votes on Bill Opening Door f...
Convicted individuals may also be stripped of honorary state titles. Context and Impact In February 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed
Confiscation applies to those convicted of "discrediting" the armed forces, spreading "fake news" about the military, calling for anti-Russian sanctions, or inciting extremist activities. Convicted individuals may also be stripped of honorary
Authorities can seize assets that were gained through criminal means or used to finance activities deemed a threat to national security.