Zakhar Kostko

Former prisoner (Recognized ex post facto)

Charges indicted:

  • Art. 370 of the Criminal Code — Desecration of state symbols

Sentence: 3 months

Penalty: arrest

Judge: Maryna Zapasnik

Notes: Foreign citizens

Zakhar Kostko, a citizen of Russia, was charged with desecration of state symbols (Article 370 of the Criminal Code). 

On December 12, 2022, Zahar Kostko was sentenced to three months' imprisonment. The case was considered by Judge Maryna Zapasnik.

The measure of restraint of the accused in the form of detention was changed for good behavior and signing the document not to leave the country.

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