The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) emphasized that the judicial review of Anti-Corruption Agency Commissioner Alexander Marwata at the Constitutional Court (MK) did not involve the agency. The former judge challenged Article 36 letter a in Law Number 19 of 2019 concerning the Corruption Eradication Commission.
“As far as I know, the application process was carried out personally, not on behalf of the institution, so as the spokesperson for the institution I cannot comment on this,” said KPK spokesperson Tessa Mahardhika Sugiarto at the KPK’s Red and White Building, South Jakarta, today. This.
Tessa admitted that she did not know the contents of the material in Alex’s lawsuit at the Constitutional Court. All processes are submitted to the highest court.
“Whatever he, or the parties representing him, do in the judicial review application process, of course we will follow the process together,” said Tessa.
The Corruption Eradication Committee hopes that the Constitutional Court can provide the best decision in the material review. Because the judges’ agreement has an impact on the state.
“Yes, the KPK certainly hopes for the best, whatever the outcome of the Constitutional Court is, it will be the best for this country, for this institution and this country,” said Tessa.
Previously, Alexander Marwata submitted a material review of Article 36 in Law Number 19 of 2019 concerning the Corruption Eradication Committee to the Constitutional Court. The regulation regulates meetings between the commissioners of the Anti-Corruption Agency and litigants.
“The KPK leadership acted within the duties of its position. “Following this meeting, the Metro Jaya Regional Police carried out an investigation into the alleged criminal act as stated in Article 36 letter a,” reads Alex’s request for a judicial review at the Constitutional Court, quoted on Thursday, November 7 2024.
Alex submitted the lawsuit to the Constitutional Court through his attorney on Monday, November 4 2024. Alex believes that there are unclear boundaries in the regulations which he is testing materially.
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“The lack of clarity regarding the limitations or categories of prohibitions on relationships for any reason in the a quo article has caused applicant 1 to become a respondent for an alleged criminal act,” continued Alex’s lawsuit. (Can/P-2)
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**Interview with Tessa Mahardhika Sugiarto, Spokesperson for the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK)**
*Interviewer:* Thank you for joining us today, Tessa. Can you explain the current situation regarding Commissioner Alexander Marwata’s judicial review at the Constitutional Court?
*Tessa Mahardhika Sugiarto:* Thank you for having me. As you noted, Alexander Marwata is challenging Article 36, specifically concerning meeting with litigating parties. It’s important to clarify that this judicial review is a personal action taken by him and does not involve the KPK as an agency.
*Interviewer:* So, the KPK is not involved in this case at all?
*Tessa:* Correct. The application process was conducted personally by him, and as the spokesperson for KPK, I cannot provide specific details about the contents of his lawsuit since it is a matter for the court to decide.
*Interviewer:* What implications do you foresee this judicial review might have on the KPK or on Marwata himself?
*Tessa:* As of now, we are focusing on the ongoing legal process. We respect the independence of the Constitutional Court and hope for a resolution that reflects the law. The KPK will follow the judicial proceedings closely.
*Interviewer:* Have there been any reactions within the KPK regarding this situation?
*Tessa:* I can’t speak for individual reactions, but as an organization, we are committed to our mission and will continue our efforts in combating corruption. We hope that the court’s decision will contribute positively to our work.
*Interviewer:* Thank you for your insights, Tessa. It will be interesting to see how this unfolds.
*Tessa:* Thank you. We appreciate your interest in this matter.