Вњї Jizn Voram Smert Musaram Вњї Р–рёр·рѕсњ Рірѕсђр°рј Вњї -
The slogan literally translates to "Life to thieves, death to cops" (where "musor" is a derogatory Russian slang term for police officers).
: It symbolizes a commitment to criminal "codes of honor" and a fundamental rejection of state authority and law enforcement. The slogan literally translates to "Life to thieves,
: The Russian Supreme Court designated the AUE movement as an extremist organization in 2020, banning its activities and symbols nationwide. : Courts frequently order the blocking of websites
: Courts frequently order the blocking of websites or social media pages that feature the phrase, citing its potential to incite violence against police and harm the development of minors. Cultural Presence banning its activities and symbols nationwide.
As of 2026, the use of this phrase and related symbols is heavily restricted in Russia:
The phrase "Жизнь ворам, смерть мусорам" (abbreviated as or ZhVSM ) is a prominent slogan within the Russian criminal subculture, specifically associated with the "thieves-in-law" (vory v zakone) tradition and the AUE (Arestantskoye Ugolovnoye Yedinstvo) movement. Meaning and Usage
: Artists in the "chanson" and "patsan" rap genres have produced tracks with this title, many of which are now legally restricted.


