Artur Vauchok

Former prisoner (Recognized ex post facto)

Charges indicted:

Art. 369 of the Criminal Code — Insulting a government official

Sentence: 1 1/2 years

Penalty: restricted freedom under home confinement ("domashnyaya khimiya")

Judge: Raman Krylovich

Notes: Parents of three or more children

Statement on the status of a political prisoner

Artur Vauchok was charged with violating Article 369 of the Criminal Code (insulting a government official). He was sentenced to 18 months of restricted freedom under home confinement ("domashnyaya khimiya").

He was released in the courtroom.

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