Russian authorities allow criminal defendants to enlist in military, potentially dropping charges.
Russian authorities have enacted a law allowing individuals facing criminal charges to enlist in the military instead of going to trial. This initiative aims to bolster troop numbers amid ongoing casualties in Ukraine, with the potential to drop charges upon enlistment. High-profile cases, such as that of Olympic gold medalist Andrey Perlov, illustrate the pressure on accused individuals to accept this option. The policy has faced criticism for undermining justice principles.
October 22, 2024
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