M. Karpov
- Criminal Code
- Article 284.1 part 2, Russian Criminal Code
- Verdict
- Compulsory labour
- Sentence
- 1 year
- Date of verdict
- 2025-10-24
- Region
- Samara Oblast
Case summary
M. Karpov is a resident of Samara Oblast. Authorities brought a case against him for financing the activities of an 'undesirable' organisation—specifically, the 'AllatRa' religious movement. In October 2025, the case was referred to court. On 24 October, the court sentenced Karpov to one year of forced labour. However, on 22 January 2026, the court of appeal overturned the sentence. The case was returned to court in February 2026, and on 12 February, it was transferred to another court.
Others charged under Article 284.1 part 2, Russian Criminal Code
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