Recently Artemi Panarin found himself in some trouble with the law while back home in Russia.
Panarin Fined For His Actions
Artemi Panarin was fined for sh**ting a g*n in an undesignated area in July. The punishment was laid down by the Moshensky District of the Police Department. It is reported that Panarin fired several shots. According to an article from a Russian news site, Panarin has pled guilty and been potentially fined 40,000 rubles as well as had the g*n confiscated:
However, taking into account the circumstances mitigating administrative liability (Artemiy Panarin pleaded guilty and committed such an offense for the first time), the Borovichi District Court found him guilty of committing the AP and imposed an administrative penalty of a fine of 40,000 rubles with confiscation of the g*n
Although he has been found guilty Panarin could still appeal the sentence.
The court ruling has not entered into force and may well be appealed
NHL Reprecussions
If Panarin is ultimately officially found guilty after appeals it will be interesting to see if he will face any discipline from the NHL. In other sports such as football or basketball players tend to face hefty fines and possible suspensions for acts such as these.
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Will Artemi Panarin be suspened by the NHL?
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