The Russian government is considering a draft law that would allow vehicles stolen in Europe to be legally registered in Russia.

The proposal, submitted to the State Duma by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, would authorize traffic police to register cars listed on international wanted databases at the request of countries designated as “unfriendly,” The Caspian Post reports, citing Russian media.

The ministry said the initiative is aimed at protecting the legitimate interests of Russian citizens who purchased such vehicles in good faith.

According to the explanatory note, the draft law would grant registration authorities the power to establish special procedures for vehicles on international wanted lists, enabling lawful owners to use them without facing legal consequences.

Current legislation prohibits the registration of these vehicles, and requests for clarification from the countries that reported them often receive no response. As of January 19, 2026, for instance, Germany had not replied to inquiries regarding 123 internationally wanted vehicles located in Russia.

As a result, such cars are confiscated under Russian law, leaving owners without effective legal remedies and forcing those who unknowingly purchased them to seek redress through lengthy court proceedings.

The ministry emphasized that there is currently no legal framework in place to protect the legitimate interests of Russian citizens who possess vehicles sought at the initiative of unfriendly states.