Dzianis Kotau

Former prisoner (Recognized ex post facto)

Date of birth: 21 March 1980

Charges indicted:

  • Art. 342 of the Criminal Code β€” Organization and preparation of actions that grossly violate public order, or active participation in them

Sentence: 2 1/2 years

Penalty: restricted freedom in an open penal facility ("khimiya")

Date of release: 20 August 2024

Judge: Natallia Panasenka

Dzianis Kotau was sentenced to two years and six months of restricted freedom in an open penal facility ("khimiya"). 

On June 13, 2024, the court convicted him under Part 1 of Article 342 of the Criminal Code (organization and preparation of actions that grossly violate public order, or active participation in them). The case was considered by Judge Natallia Panasenka.

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