What Is the Magnitsky Act?

The Magnitsky Act explained - the authority behind many designations.

TL;DR

TL;DR: The Magnitsky Act (2012 Russia-specific; 2016 Global) authorizes sanctions on human-rights abusers and significant-corruption actors worldwide - not tied to a country program.

The origin

Named for Sergei Magnitsky, the law targets officials and enablers implicated in human-rights abuses or significant corruption. The Global version extends the authority beyond Russia.

Who it covers

Officials, oligarchs, and their networks - Kadyrov and others. Designations land on the SDN list like any other.

The screening note

The screen covers Magnitsky designations automatically - no separate check needed.