Starting September 1, Russia Will Be Able to Seize the Property of Those Who Left if They Act "Against the Interests of the Russian Federation". Who Is at Risk and How Can You Protect Yourself?

Starting September 1, Russia will be able to seize the property of those who left if they act “against the interests of the Russian Federation.” Who is at risk and how can you protect yourself?

Unfortunately, even now the security forces have no problem persecuting those who have left. But the new law expands the list of offenses “against the interests of the Russian Federation” for which people can be tried in absentia.

It also gives broader opportunities to get into the pockets of those who left, in particular by seizing their property.

In the cards, we break down the main questions about the law.

If these changes scare you, do not stay alone with your fears. Write to us in the bot @ovdinfobot or by email at info@ovdinfo.org. Also read a detailed breakdown of the law here.

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