Criminal liability for unlawful debt collectors

The President of the Russian Federation recently signed a law amending the current Criminal Code. According to it, debt collectors who use illegal debt collection methods will be held criminally liable.

Sravnim24 editorial team
Daria Kreslova

Liability for debt collectors for breaking the law

Under the new amendments, debt collectors who threaten debtors with property damage or violence, or who blackmail citizens by spreading knowingly false information, will be held criminally liable.

Violations of the law will be punishable by a fine of 300,000 to 500,000 RUB, up to five years of forced labor, or imprisonment for the same term.

Committing such acts as a group by prior conspiracy, involving violence without threat to the debtor's life or large-scale property damage, is punishable by three to seven years of imprisonment and a fine of 500,000 to 1,000,000 RUB.

Committing the same acts as an organized group, involving violence with a threat to the debtor's life or large-scale property damage, is punishable by five to ten years of imprisonment and a fine of 1,000,000 to 5,000,000 RUB.

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Gl0wingG3cko

Guest

A relevant topic! Many debt collectors break the law, and the penalties are minimal. It is time to introduce strict measures and monitor their actions. It is good to see this issue being discussed in society. I hope this article helps shape public opinion and influences legislative changes.

07/18/24 at 10:06 PM

N1n3t3en84

Guest

Wow, debt collectors should be held accountable if they don't work according to the law. Liability will cool them down. We need to keep an eye on them so they don't bother people!

06/03/24 at 9:08 PM

marsel

Guest

Great news! Finally, they are introducing liability for debt collectors for breaking the law. I hope this helps monitor their actions and protects people from harassment.

05/05/24 at 9:44 AM

CelestialCrescent

Guest

Finally, liability for debt collectors for breaking the law! It is very important that authorities can monitor their actions.

04/15/24 at 10:50 AM

artemiy zavrazhnov

Guest

Good read! It explains the consequences of illegal debt collection. I support strict measures against those who break the law!

03/13/24 at 5:53 PM

CelestialCarnival

Guest

An important topic covered in the article. Lawbreaking by debt collectors is unacceptable and must be met with liability. I hope the authorities start monitoring the actions of collection agencies more closely.

02/26/24 at 11:06 PM

H3xH@ck3r

Guest

Well, I read here that debt collectors can be fined and taken to court for breaking the law. I wish someone would also monitor them to ensure they don't break the rules. It's good that this was written about.

02/08/24 at 3:51 PM

Vitalina Eldonina

Guest

The article "Criminal liability for debt collectors operating outside the law" is very informative and relevant. I learned that illegal actions by debt collectors can lead to serious consequences, including criminal liability. It is important to know this not only to protect one's rights but also to be an informed citizen. The article gave me useful information and encouraged me to deal with debt collectors consciously.

02/07/24 at 12:00 PM

Kale

Guest

Useful information! I am glad that debtors' rights are protected and that debt collectors cannot just break the law.

01/19/24 at 8:12 AM

Vitaliy yanukovich

Guest

The article is useful and relevant. The information about what violations debt collectors can commit and what punishment awaits them is especially valuable. I am glad there are mechanisms to monitor the activities of debt collectors and stop their illegal actions in time.

12/12/23 at 6:29 AM

Kayson

Guest

Excellent information, what news! I didn't understand everything, but I understood the main thing - illegal debt collectors can be jailed. Their time has come!

11/17/23 at 12:40 PM

SolarScribe

Guest

Interesting work! It highlights a relevant topic and provides insight into the nuances of the law. Useful for those facing illegal actions by debt collectors.

11/04/23 at 8:19 PM

ShadowSprite

Guest

Interesting information about the dark side of the debt collection business. It is impressive how legislation regulates this sphere. The article made me think about the rights of debtors.

10/27/23 at 9:59 PM

CelestialCharm

Guest

It is very useful to know all this. As for debt collectors, they should work according to the law. They have no business scaring people and taking their last belongings. Everyone must stay within the law.

09/28/23 at 8:23 PM

Alyona

Guest

After reading this material, it becomes clear that the work of debt collectors can sometimes cross the line of the law. It is important for the state to more actively monitor their activities and introduce stricter penalties for breaking the law. This will help protect the rights of those facing temporary financial difficulties.

09/12/23 at 8:42 PM