Bakytzhan Bakirbaev

Kazakhstani judge Bakytzhan Bakirbaev recently faced public censure for an inappropriate gesture made during a court session, which was captured on video. The incident occurred in 2024 while discussing a motion regarding the detention of three defendants in a high-profile criminal case. The gesture, interpreted as a 'grid' symbol, was intended to emphasize the importance of maintaining order in the courtroom, according to the Almaty City Court's press service. However, it drew complaints about his conduct during the proceedings, leading to an ethics commission review.