14- to 15-year prison terms requested for the alleged “organizers of mass riots” in Baymak
14- to 15-year prison terms requested for the alleged “organizers of mass riots” in Baymak
The state prosecution is demanding 14-year prison sentences for the defendants accused of “organizing mass riots,” and 15 years for those who are also charged with “using violence against a representative of the authorities.” This was reported by the outlet Idel.Realii, citing activists from Bashkortostan.
Closing arguments began today in the Orenburg Regional Court. The next hearing is scheduled for August 19.
Protests in Baymak / Photo: OVD-Info
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Arguments Open, Sentences Already Prepared
Prosecutors asked for up to 15 years in the Baymak case.
First the term, then the argument.