Assuming this to be an accurate translation (albeit in poor grammar) it confirms what my Russian friends in the porn biz have told me;

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Article 242. Illegal Distribution of Pornographic Materials or Objects Illegal making for the purpose of distribution or advertising, dissemination, or advertising of pornographic materials or objects, and likewise illegal trade in printed publications, cine-and-video-materials, pictures, or any other pornographic objects, shall be punishable by a fine in the amount of 500 to 800 minimum wages, or in the amount of the wage or salary, or any other income of the convicted person for a period of five to eight months, or by deprivation of liberty for a period of up to two years. http://russian-criminal-code.com/Par...Chapter25.html

However, they have also told me that the law is not well enforced there also ...