Grigory Chkhartishvili (Boris Akunin)

Case Summary

Writer Grigory Chkhartishvili, known as Boris Akunin, was sentenced in absentia to 14 years in prison for publicly justifying terrorism, promoting terrorist activity, and failing to comply with obligations as a designated "foreign agent." The charges stemmed from a recorded conversation where he expressed support for Ukraine and organized fundraising efforts.

Charges (3)

1. Publicly justifying terrorism
2. Involvement in attempts to violently change the constitutional order
3. Evading the obligations of a “foreign agent”

Criminal Code Articles (3)

Key Facts (4)

• Writer known as Boris Akunin
• Conversation with pranksters Vovan and Lexus
• Accused of supporting Ukrainian Armed Forces
• Sentenced in absentia to 14 years

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