Cigarette Butts Out the Window? Russia Enforces Fines Up to $550

Throwing trash from a car window in Russia, including cigarette butts, can result in fines of up to 50,000 rubles ($550), according to statements given to TASS by Evgeny Masharov, a member of the Civic Chamber's commission on legislative review. Under Part 3.1 of Article 8.2 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, individuals who discard cigarette butts from a vehicle face fines ranging from 10,000 to 15,000 rubles ($110-$165). Fines for Individuals, Officials, and Businesses Officials can be fined between 20,000 and 30,000 rubles ($220-$330), while legal entities face penalties ranging from 30,000 to 50,000 rubles ($330-$550).