The law specifically targets Russians who have fled the country but continue to earn income from local assets, such as rental properties.
The bill was fast-tracked through the State Duma (lower house) and Federation Council (upper house) in early 2024, receiving near-unanimous support. Russian Parliament Votes on Bill Opening Door f...
Convicted individuals may also be stripped of honorary state titles. Context and Impact The law specifically targets Russians who have fled
By early 2026, reports indicated a massive surge in property confiscation rulings—increasing from approximately 11,000 in 2023 to over 31,000 by 2025—as the state increasingly uses these measures to penalize dissent and supplement the war-strained budget. Context and Impact By early 2026, reports indicated
Authorities can seize assets that were gained through criminal means or used to finance activities deemed a threat to national security.
In February 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law allowing the state to from individuals convicted of spreading "deliberately false information" about the country's military. This legislation represents a significant escalation in the Kremlin's crackdown on dissent since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Key Provisions of the Law