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Russian Prosecutor General's Office moves for tougher punishment for corruption

Russian Prosecutor General's Office has drafted amendments to the federal law seeking to toughen punishment for the corruption charges. Among other things, officials suggest to broaden the grounds for asset forfeiture and to put convicts to prison instead of imposing fines on them.

18:57 21.05.2014

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Ookla LLC loses court challenge against fine for data storage violations

A Russian court said on Tuesday it had rejected a complaint filed by Ookla LLC against a 1-million ruble fine for not storing the personal data of Russian users in databases on Russian territory.

17:20 17.01.2023

Russian Justice Ministry vows to improve jail conditions

Russia's Ministry of Justice has unveiled its proposals aimed at amending the internal rules of pre-trial detention centers and correctional facilities.

15:29 13.01.2023

Bill on establishing Military Ombudsman post submitted to Russia’s State Duma

Lawmakers representing the New People party in the lower house of the Russian parliament have submitted to the State Duma a bill envisaging the introduction of the post of military ombudsman.

16:17 12.10.2022