In Chelyabinsk, a deputy from the regional Council of Representatives faces a court case over allegations of purchasing forged documents. The information originates from the district attorney’s office, as relayed to the public through its press service. The investigation alleges that the legislator, who had previously lost the right to drive, obtained the passport of a Kyrgyz citizen and a driver’s license in that person’s name from an unidentified seller.
The matter gained traction after a January 2024 traffic stop conducted by the State Traffic Inspectorate. During the routine check of the vehicle’s documents, officers detected signs of forgery. An official examination later confirmed these concerns: the documents were produced using printing equipment that did not meet established standards for legitimate identification.
The deputy acknowledged involvement in the crime but chose not to testify further in the proceedings at that time. The criminal case, together with the indictment, has been forwarded to the courthouse for adjudication.
Meanwhile, it is noted that a separate discussion has circulated about confiscating vehicles from drivers who exhibit carelessness behind the wheel. This point, raised previously in the national legislature, reflects ongoing debates about accountability and safety in the transportation system. [Attribution: District Attorney’s Office]