“From the point of view of common sense, of course, judges are absolutely independent and protected by law.

This is the same as insulting police or security officials in the line of duty.

Therefore, I believe that it is fair to punish for this kind of insult, ”said the senator. 

Ryazansky noted that he would not assess the issue of material compensation. 

“I can’t talk about its sufficiency or redundancy.

This is the business of legal professionals, ”he explained.

Earlier, State Duma deputy Yevgeny Fedorov proposed increasing the fine for insulting a judge or juror.

A copy of the letter addressed to Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev is at the disposal of RT.