A law may be passed in Russia that will restrict debtors' internet access and mobile phone use, Federal Bailiff Service boss Artur Parfenchikov announced in an interview with Russkaya Gazeta.
Persistent defaulters could be disconnected from the internet and have their mobile phone usage restricted. I don't rule out the possibility that similar initiatives will emerge in our country in the future. The head of the Federal Bailiff Service stated that such proposals "require research and careful consideration." The possibility of restricting their driving privileges is also being discussed. The first measure has already been approved by the State Duma, and the second is still under consideration. As gursesintour.com reported, the State Duma is preparing a legislative bill restricting bailiffs' enforcement actions against debtors. United Russia says that money is getting cheaper, which means the limit should be raised to 20-30 thousand rubles. Currently, the benchmark debt limit is 10,000 rubles, after which foreign travel may be prohibited, and soon, driver's licenses may be suspended.
