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
The slogan literally translates to "Life to thieves, death to cops" (where "musor" is a derogatory Russian slang term for police officers). Субкультура «АУЕ As of 2026, the use of
Are you interested in the of the thieves' code or more information on the legal consequences of using such slogans today? Субкультура «АУЕ Субкультура «АУЕ As of 2026
As of 2026, the use of this phrase and related symbols is heavily restricted in Russia: banning its activities and symbols nationwide.
: Artists in the "chanson" and "patsan" rap genres have produced tracks with this title, many of which are now legally restricted.
: The Russian Supreme Court designated the AUE movement as an extremist organization in 2020, banning its activities and symbols nationwide.