Putin allows criminal defendants to escape trial if they enlist in military

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed measures into law allowing defendants in criminal cases to avoid prosecution by joining the military, in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The amendments to the criminal code state that convicts can be released if they enlist in the military, reflecting Russia’s need for increased manpower in the conflict. The enacted versions of the measures were posted on a government website, highlighting the country’s efforts to address the demand for military personnel amidst the prolonged conflict.

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