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: Numerous songs, social media groups, and videos containing this slogan have been added to the Federal List of Extremist Materials by the Ministry of Justice.
As of 2026, the use of this phrase and related symbols is heavily restricted in Russia:
: It symbolizes a commitment to criminal "codes of honor" and a fundamental rejection of state authority and law enforcement. : Numerous songs, social media groups, and videos
Despite the ban, the phrase remains embedded in certain subcultures:
: Artists in the "chanson" and "patsan" rap genres have produced tracks with this title, many of which are now legally restricted. : It is sometimes used ironically or as
: It is sometimes used ironically or as a "meme" by teenagers, though authorities often treat such usage as a serious violation of anti-extremism laws.
The slogan literally translates to "Life to thieves, death to cops" (where "musor" is a derogatory Russian slang term for police officers). Cultural Presence
: Courts frequently order the blocking of websites or social media pages that feature the phrase, citing its potential to incite violence against police and harm the development of minors. Cultural Presence