Roman Smolyakov

Case Summary

Roman Smolyakov was sentenced to involuntary treatment for discrediting the Russian Armed Forces. The case stemmed from a comment he made on VKontakte criticizing the war and its impact on a local family.

Charges (1)

1. Discrediting the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (3)

• Fined in October 2023 under administrative article for discrediting the army.
• Charged for a VKontakte comment.
• Sentenced to involuntary treatment in March 2025.