A lawyer stated that a Russian musician from the band 'Tarakanov!'… (паспорт · спирин · грозить)
A lawyer stated that a Russian musician from the band 'Tarakanov!' faces legal trouble for selling his Russian passport. Dmitry Spirin (recognized in Russia as a foreign agent) is reportedly being pursued for selling passports page by page and directing the proceeds to support Ukraine, according to RIA Novosti citing attorney Sergey Zhorin.
Consensus
- Dmitry Spirin, lead singer of 'Tarakany!', is recognized as a foreign agent in Russia.
- Spirin plans to sell pages of his Russian passport via an auction.
- The proceeds from the sale are intended for support of Ukraine's military efforts.
- According to legal experts, selling parts of a Russian passport constitutes intentional damage and may result in a fine up to 300 rubles or a warning.
- If it is proven that Spirin provided financial assistance to Ukrainian armed forces, this could be classified as state treason under Article 275 of the Russian Criminal Code, carrying penalties from 12 to 20 years or life imprisonment.
Points of divergence
- A criminal case has already been initiated against Spirin by investigators based on allegations that he failed to submit required information as a foreign agent in July and October 2025. — vesti
- No mention of an ongoing or initiated criminal case; the focus is solely on potential legal consequences for planned actions. — tg_rian_ru
Coverage (2 sources)
- Lawyer says Russian singer 'Tarakanov!' faces jail for selling passport — Вести
- Lawyer Explains Consequences for 'Tarakanov!' Lead Singer Spirin if He Sells His Russian Passport — РИА Новости (Telegram)