Penza regional prosecutor’s office declares first criminal draft evasion case since start of mobilization unlawful
Source: Pavel Chikov
The Penza regional prosecutor’s office has ruled that the first criminal charges filed for draft evasion since the start of Russia’s mobilization effort are unlawful, according to Pavel Chikov, head of the rights group Agora.
Investigators plan to appeal the office’s decision and seek to reopen the case.
The 32-year old defendant in the now-closed case was granted the right to rehabilitation, including compensation for the 48 hours he spent in prison.
Meduza survived 2024 thanks to its readers!
Let’s stick together for 2025.
The world is at a crossroads today, and quality journalism will help shape the decades to come. The real stories must be told at any cost. Please support Meduza by signing up for a recurring donation.