Russia Investigates Civil Servants' Election Participation

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Sixteen regions in Russia started legal cases. These cases are about state workers who did not vote as told.

Officials opened 249 cases in total across Russia. Some cases are for not voting, others for voting against recommendations.

The prosecutor's office says people have a right to vote freely. They are not punished for their personal voting choice.

State workers have special duties because they work for the country. They must follow directions from their bosses and the government.

A deputy said people showed low voting discipline. He thanked the election chief for fixing this problem.

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How many regions in Russia started legal cases?

Sixteen regions in Russia started legal cases.

What are the cases about?

The cases are about state workers who did not vote as told.

What did the prosecutor's office say about voting?

The prosecutor's office says people have a right to vote freely.

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