Kazakh woman fined over son's bullying behavior

A mother in Kazakhstan has been fined more than 43,000 tenge (approximately $95 USD) after her ninth-grade son engaged in bullying behavior towards younger students. The incident occurred in May 2026 when the teenager targeted several eighth-grade students, demanding money from them.

Following the incident, an administrative report was filed against the boy's mother. The legal action was taken under Part 3 of Article 127-2 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, specifically addressing "Bullying committed by a minor." The court's decision was based on evidence including the initial report, police notification, statements from those involved, and other case materials.

The mother acknowledged the circumstances described in the report and assured the court that she would prevent her son from repeating such behavior. The relevant article allows for a warning or a fine for parents in such cases, set at 10 Monthly Calculated Indices (MCI). The woman received a monetary fine, which she must pay to the state budget. The court's ruling has since entered into legal force.

This case highlights Kazakhstan's efforts to address school bullying. Previously, authorities announced that parents could face fines for their children's involvement in school bullying. The penalties are structured to increase for repeat offenses, with a subsequent violation potentially resulting in a fine of up to 30 MCI.