Kolganov Yuri Nikolaevich

Case Summary

Yuri Kolganov was sentenced to 12 years in a strict regime colony for high treason after donating a small amount of money to the Legion "Freedom of Russia" via cryptocurrency. The prosecution claimed this constituted financial assistance to a foreign state against the security of the Russian Federation.

Charges (1)

1. High treason - providing financial assistance to a foreign state in activities directed against the security of the Russian Federation

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Donated to Legion 'Freedom of Russia'.
• Accused of high treason.
• Donation made via cryptocurrency.
• Sentenced to 12 years.

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