Russian Prisons
SIZO, Pre-Revolutionary Criminal Law in Russia
Russian SIZO. from pre-revolutionary prisons to modern detention facilities, highlighting conditions, rights, and judicial processes
Federal penal institution - Black Dolphin
The largest colony of this type in Russia (for 1600 people). According to some reports, as of 2009, about 863 people were held in the colony.
Anvar Masalimov's Release from Black Dolphin Prison Gains Nationwide Fame
Anvar Masalimov, a former Soviet killer, was sentenced to life imprisonment after being sentenced to death in 1992.
Understanding the Prison Hierarchy: The Status of "Opushenniy" and Other Castes
The lowest caste, known as opushenniy as well as various castes that exist in prisons and taboos against being polite
What is "Zek" in the Russian Prison System
Zeks are known to have a certain sense of honor and they are expected to take responsibility and look out for their fellow inmates. They are also known to be the most loyal and honest members of the prison population
Meaning and Significance of Leg Tattoos in Soviet Russian Prisons
The most interesting tattoos on the lower limbs of the arrested are the so-called "stars of hooliganism"
Worst Prisons in Russia
From overcrowding to inhumane conditions, these prisons are a far cry from the ideal of justice and rehabilitation. Here are 10 of the worst Russian prisons
Russian prison ring finger tattoos and their meaning
Prison ring tattoos are a classic tattoo and often play the role of a business card. When prisoners meet, it is a quick way to get the overall picture of status.