Chikovani George Nikolayevich or the famous Gogi Chikovani was rightfully considered the king of the thieves' world. Throughout his life, he was the most experienced and influential person of all acting "legalists." This is confirmed by the fact that other important thieves in law, arriving in Tbilisi, immediately visited Chikovani.
Childhood
Gogi Chikovani was born on May 7, 1925 in Tbilisi (Georgia). After graduating from six classes, the boy was on the street, which became for him the best teacher. Parents - Marianna and Vano Chikovani. Gogi was a descendant of an ancient princely and noble family from Megrelia. Crowned into the thieves of law George at age 19. The young man managed to visit many cities, as evidenced by the facts:
- In 1945, Gogi Chikovani was caught in Marseille, after which he was urgently deported to his homeland.
- Gogi was arrested and convicted in such cities as Sukhumi, Batumi, Kutaisi.
- The thief in law was serving his time in Russian prisons.
Non-cash time
Living at large, many criminals, including Gogi Chikovani, did not have much wealth and survived due to constant thefts. Most thieves could be in comfortable conditions, but the strict rules of the code of thieves' honor even forbade thinking about this. The crowned thieves who were free respected those who were in prison, transferring money from the common fund to them.
Jail time
Thief Gogi Chikovani was convicted:
- In 1946, in Tbilisi for 18 months under Art. 177 repeated fraud.
- In 1948, in Batumi for 24 months under Art. 84, part 3.
- In 1950, in Tbilisi for 96 months under Art. 2 Decrees of June 4, 477
- In 1955, in Kutaisi for 15 years under Art. 72 and Art. 202.
In 2004, a thief in law was detained by the Tbilisi police due to the illegal possession of a large number of firearms and cold steel, as well as explosives. After this “find”, an 80-year-old man is put under house arrest and forbidden to leave the country. The Chikovani house was monitored around the clock.
Prison life at 27 years old taught many life lessons, which in the future tempered heart and soul. While under house arrest, Gogi found a new thieves' war, which began between the two famous thieves in law Tariel Oniani and Grandfather Hassan. The fierce struggle between groups of convicts that took place in forced labor colonies lasted from 1946 to 1956. Conflict parties: thieves in law who based their activities on the laws of the criminal code and prisoners who collaborated with law enforcement agencies and wanted to return to normal.
During the conflict, mass fights and harsh acts of bloodshed took place. To resolve disputes over many years, thieves in the law change the rules of the code. Exceptions to the rules, namely “legalists,” can be in correctional labor institutions:
- Hairdressers with access to sharp objects, which is a priority in the event of a fight.
- Team leaders who can feed several friends.
Family life
After his release in the 70s, the thief in law Gogi Chikovani got married and acquired in with. Sololaki is an old residential house in which he lived the rest of his life. In 1976, George had a second son, who was named Nicholas.
Additional Information
Together with other criminals, Gogi Chikovani crowned a large number of thieves, namely:
- Megrelishvili Zviad (Zviad Batumi).
- Samsonia Ilya (Ilo Ozurgeti).
- Shushanashvili Lasha (Lasha Rustavsky).
- Kvaratskhelia Gia (Gia) and many others.
Chikovani Gogi was considered the godfather of the Russian mafia and it was precisely those who could reconcile literally everyone. Even in Soviet times, the name of the young thief in law was well-known to everyone, which only emphasizes credibility in the criminal world. Gogi Chikovani died in the 88th year of his life. The cause of death was a long illness. George was buried in Tbilisi, Saburtalo.
Thieves laws
Unofficial rules of behavior for thieves of "thieves" were created back in the Soviet Union and were especially popular in the post-Soviet space. The reason for the formation of such a belief is the reaction of the criminal world to opposition to the state. Adhered to the code is mainly a group of thieves. George (Gogi) Nikolaevich Chikovani was no exception. The main provisions of the thieves code:
- It is important to be honest with each other and not to steal from each other.
- Thieves in law do not cooperate with law enforcement officials, that is, "thieves" do not testify and do not admit their guilt.
- Criminals should involve new people in the thieves' world, teach them basic concepts.
- A person should not be a member of any political parties or independently engage in politics.
- A thief in law should be able to play card games without cheating with other "legalists."
- The criminal must support the "thieves' ideas" and clearly comply with all laws.
"Thieves" laws in force in prison
Thieves in law do not use swear words in their speech and always look neat. In appearance, the "crowned" criminal will never be recognized. A person who is in prison should also adhere to a specific set of rules, namely:
- It is forbidden to blame people without evidence.
- The thief must respect elders and parents, and support family people in prison.
- “Knocking” and denouncing others is an unforgivable crime.
- It is forbidden to avenge and offend "men", as well as register a permanent place of residence.
- Thieves in law must replenish the "common fund", that is, tribute is levied on prisoners and thieves who are at large.
- It is forbidden to take away property and personal belongings from someone without a reason.
The legendary Georgian thief in law Gogi has been honoring the code all his life and taught many newfound criminals the wisdom of life. The biography of Gogi Chikovani is eventful and considered significant for many. George possessed a calm character and a great desire for reconciliation. He was approached by those who wanted to end the hostility, but did not dare to take the first step. Judiciousness and a "cold" heart - this is about Chikovani. "Lawyers" rarely appeared in noisy entertainment venues and declared themselves openly. However, despite illegal activities, George often appeared at the funeral of thieves in law to honor their memory.