The indictment against blogger Hilmi Forks has been approved by the prosecutor’s office, with the case moving toward court action. Details were announced by the department via official social networks.
Prosecutors allege that in November 2022 Hilmi Forks produced explicit material and subsequently published it on his social media pages. The posts reportedly allowed an unrestricted audience to view the content, raising concerns about distribution and accessibility on public platforms.
During a broadcast, a spokesperson indicated that a formal copy of the indictment has been provided to the accused, and the criminal case will soon be forwarded to the court for examination of its merits. This marks a critical step in the judicial process as authorities prepare to present the evidence and arguments before a judge.
Hilmi Forks, who has previously been known for a stream of videos that allegedly encourage viewers to engage in confrontations, is currently detained on suspicion of distributing self-produced pornographic material. Local observers note that his online activity has drawn attention from regulators and the public alike, with prior enforcement actions including fines and short-term detentions linked to related content.
Earlier this year, authorities also reported receiving 12 new statements regarding blogger Ayaz Shabutdinov. The review of these incidents is part of ongoing investigations into online content and its possible legal ramifications when it touches on sensitive material.
This case underscores the legal boundaries surrounding the creation and distribution of explicit material on social networks, plus the responsibilities of content creators who monetize or propagate such content. Legal experts emphasize that platforms have a duty to enforce terms of service while ensuring that user safety and privacy are protected. The outcome of the proceedings will likely clarify how similar cases will be treated in the future, particularly regarding the balance between freedom of expression and public safeguards. Marked citations indicate ongoing public reporting and official statements from the prosecution and law enforcement agencies. (citation: Prosecution reports)