Crimes Against Life and Health
Documented acts of violence include:
- Art. 105 CC RF — Murder
- Art. 111, 112, 117 CC RF — Severe or moderate harm, torture
- Art. 317 CC RF — Attempt on the lives of law enforcement officers and military personnel
- Art. 167 CC RF — Intentional destruction or damage to property
More details (Arts. 105, 111, 117 CC RF — Murder, severe harm) →
More details (Art. 112 CC RF — Moderate harm) →
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Torture and Infliction of Physical and Mental Suffering
Armed forces and state agencies systematically carried out actions qualified as torture and intentional infliction of suffering in the context of Russian aggression against Ukraine. Data is confirmed by verified sources, OSINT, and international reports.
Text of Article 117 CC RF
“Torture, that is, intentional infliction of physical or mental suffering, committed out of hooligan or sadistic motives, or for the purpose of coercion to act or refrain from acting, is punishable by imprisonment for up to 5 years, restriction of liberty, compulsory labor, or a fine. In cases of severe harm to health — imprisonment for up to 8 years.”
Documented Cases
- Systematic use of torture and physical violence against civilians and prisoners of war;
- Forced detention under harsh conditions and psychological pressure;
- Use of torture to obtain confessions or intimidate the population.
Qualification and Responsibility
- Punishment: up to 5 years imprisonment for ordinary torture, up to 8 years for severe harm.
- Subjects: unit commanders, executors, individuals involved in applying violence.
- Evidence: victim testimonies, medical reports, video recordings, OSINT, materials from international monitoring organizations.
International Legal Context
Actions fall under war crimes according to Art. 8(2)(a)(ii) of the Rome Statute (torture and inhumane treatment). ICC arrest warrants confirm international prosecution. UN General Assembly resolutions recognize systematic torture as a violation of international humanitarian law and human rights.
Useful Links
Main Legal Source
Based on the official Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, Article 117 regulates criminal liability for torture and intentional infliction of physical and mental suffering. Link: ConsultantPlus — full text of the CC RF.
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Last modified date: 25/11/2025