October 9
Russian Lawmaker Wants to Allow Self-defense Against Trespassers Beyond Risk to Life Cases
Russian lawmakers cosider legalizing self-defense against trespassers even in cases when no life is threatened. There are very strict limitations on the use of self-defense in Russia at the moment. Access to firearms is greatly restricted in the country, and its use in self-defense is effectively prohibited. Even harming a rapist entails a criminal sentence of up to one year.