Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation (lower house of the federal parliament). This state body is responsible for political and legal support of the aggressive war against Ukraine.
Was involved in and financially benefitted from corruption schemes designed to provide corrupt sources of income to politicians and government officials and their families. Cofounder (with Gennady Petrov) of Rossiya Bank, also known as the "bank of Putin's friends". Linked to the Tambov Organized Crime Group and its leader Gennadiy Petrov. Was involved in arranging appointments of Petrov's protegees to Russian security and law enforcement government agencies. Had business dealings with Petrov. Owns real estate and other assets in Russia and abroad worth over 60 million euro.