COMMEMORATING the 78th Bhayangkara Day, we are reminded of many things. Good things and bad things, but how to change the bad things into improvements in ourselves.
The change is shown by the Indonesian National Police (Polri), especially bureaucratic reform. Polri enforces the law without discrimination, including daring to punish its own members who violate.
They do not hesitate to investigate and reveal it, including giving severe sanctions, in the form of dishonorable discharge or imprisonment to their members who violate the law. That is what the police are committed to in carrying out their duties and authorities as stated in Law Number 2 of 2002 concerning the Indonesian National Police (Polri).
Before we examine this further, let us remind you of the duties and authorities of the Indonesian National Police.
Duties and Authorities of the Police
Based on Article 1 paragraph (1) of Law Number 2 of 2002 concerning the Republic of Indonesia National Police, the police include all matters related to police functions and institutions as well as statutory regulations.
Duties of the Police (Article 13 of Law Number 2 of 2002):
- Maintaining public security and order
- Enforcing the law
- Providing protection, care and service to the community
Police Authority (Article 15 paragraph 1 of Law Number 2 of 2002):
- Receiving reports and complaints
- Help resolve disputes that disrupt public order
- Prevent and overcome social diseases
- Taking action at the scene and investigating crimes
Major Police Cases
1. The Murder Case of Brigadier Nofriansyah Yosua Hutabarat (Brigadier J)
- Time of Incident: July 2022
- Figures Involved: Inspector General Ferdy Sambo, Head of the Propam Division of the Indonesian National Police
- Action: Dismissal of five personnel, including Ferdy Sambo, and determination of five main suspects and six suspects for obstruction of justice. Ferdy Sambo is serving life in prison.
2. The case of Inspector General Napoleon Bonaparte
- Time of Event: 2020-2021
- Details: Napoleon Bonaparte was involved in abuse of power and corruption, including bringing Joko Tjandra to Indonesia illegally.
- Action: Napooleon was sentenced to 4 years in prison and a fine of Rp. 100 million, subsidiary to 6 months in prison.
3. Corruption Case by Susno Duadji
- Time of Incident: 2009-2013
- Details: Involved in corruption cases, including ‘Gecko vs Crocodile’ and tax mafia.
- Action: 3.5 years in prison, a fine of Rp 200 million, and compensation of Rp 4 billion.
This note reminds all agencies that they will experience dark times. However, how to overcome and recover from the problem shows a commitment to law enforcement. That is what increases public trust in Indonesian law enforcers.
Happy Bhayangkara Day! (Z-3)
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