Andrei Biryukov

Case Summary

Andrei Biryukov was imprisoned for social media posts, initially sentenced to 3.5 years for extremism and justification of terrorism related to VKontakte publications, including statements about the war in Ukraine. After a new case was opened following his appeal, his total sentence was increased to six years.

Charges (3)

1. Calls to extremism
2. Public justification of terrorism
3. Incitement to hatred

Criminal Code Articles (2)

Key Facts (4)

• Posts on VKontakte led to charges.
• Initially sentenced to 3.5 years.
• Total sentence increased to 6 years.
• Registered with a psychiatrist.

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