Blogger Chekalyina Sentenced to 5 Years Probation, Fine of 763.5M RUB

A Moscow court sentenced blogger Valeria Chekalyina to five years' probation and a 763.5 million ruble fine for allegedly transferring over 250 million rubles to the UAE. The verdict is not yet in force, and payment of the fine is deferred until after the appeal process.

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The Moscow court sentenced Valeria Chekalyina to five years of probation.
The court imposed a fine of 763.5 million rubles.
The verdict has not yet entered into legal force.
Payment of the fine is deferred until after the appellate review.
Both the prosecution and defense have appealed the verdict.
Chekalyina was granted a delay in proceedings due to her health in March.
Chekalyina underwent chemotherapy and continues targeted therapy.
The case involves allegations of illegal currency operations and transferring funds abroad.

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The Presnensky District Court of Moscow issued the verdict. — gazeta_spb
The Gagarinsky District Court of Moscow issued the verdict. — vesti
The court also banned Chekalyina from managing websites for three years. — gazeta_spb
Chekalyina gave birth to her fourth child in February 2026 while under house arrest. — vesti
Chekalyina was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer and requires lifelong therapy. — vesti
The case was suspended until Chekalyina's recovery in March. — gazeta_spb
The case was resumed in July. — vesti

Blogger Chekalyina Sentenced to 5 Years Probation, Fine of 763.5M RUB

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