CHAIRMAN of the Judicial Commission (KY) Amzulian Rifai held a meeting with Attorney General Sanitiar Burhanuddin at the Indonesian Attorney General’s Complex, Jakarta, Tuesday (12/11). The meeting took place in the middle of the investigation into a case of alleged bribery and/or gratification which involved three judges at the Surabaya District Court (PN) as suspects in connection with the murder case committed by Ronald Tannur.
After meeting Burhanuddin, Amzulian emphasized that his party’s authority could only investigate ethical violations by members of the judiciary. During this meeting, he said that often investigations carried out by KY found criminal elements. However, Amzulian admitted that his party could not investigate this matter.
“Sometimes during an examination of the ethical area, there are actually things that we believe are criminal in nature. But, when we feel that it is criminal, our authority does not extend to that,” he explained.
Therefore, the meeting with the Attorney General is a moment for the KY to mitigate if it finds suspected criminal acts when examining individual judges. According to Amzulian, Burhanuddin has expressed his willingness to follow up on the results of the KY examination at a later date.
“We will convey follow-up if the results of the examination are criminal. The Attorney General is pleased to follow up later if there are criminal matters,” said Amzulian.
It is known that JAM-Pidsus investigators have named six people as suspects in cases of alleged bribery and/or gratification related to case management, including three Surabaya District Court judges, namely Erintuah Damanik, Mangapul, and Heru Hanindyo.
The other three suspects are former Head of the Legal and Judicial Training Agency of the Supreme Court (MA) Zarof Ricar, Ronald’s lawyer named Lisa Rachmat, and Meirizka Widjaja as Ronald’s mother.
Erintuah, Mangapul, and Heru handed down a verdict of acquittal against Ronald at the first instance court. Meanwhile, at the cassation hearing, Ronald’s case was tried by Supreme Court justices Soesilo, Ainal Mardhiah, and Sutarjo.
Separately, Burhanuddin emphasized that his party would follow up on the report submitted by KY. If the results of the KY’s examination of individual judges are deemed accurate, investigators, continued the Attorney General, will investigate them.
He also said that he would not feel uncomfortable if he investigated a case involving a supreme judge at the Supreme Court. (P-5)
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Given the context of the interview, and assuming PAA stands for Person-at-an-Action, here are two possible PAA related questions:
## Interview with KY Chairman Amzulian Rifai
**Host:** Thank you for joining us today, Chairman Rifai. The Judicial Commission (KY) recently met with Attorney General Burhanuddin, sparking discussion about the overlapping jurisdictions of your organizations. Can you elucidate on the purpose of this meeting?
**Amzulian Rifai:** Certainly. As you know, the KY is tasked with investigating ethical violations within the judiciary. During our investigations, we sometimes uncover evidence that suggests potential criminal activity.
**Host:** So, are you saying that the KY can investigate ethical breaches but not criminal ones, even if they are found during the same investigation?
**Amzulian Rifai:** Precisely. Our authority is limited to the realm of ethical conduct. When we encounter what we believe to be criminal acts, we need to cooperate with the Attorney General’s office, who has the mandate to investigate and prosecute such cases.
**Host:** Can you provide a recent example of this challenge?
**Amzulian Rifai:** The ongoing investigation into the alleged bribery involving judges at the Surabaya District Court is a perfect example. While we are examining potential ethical violations, we are also aware of possible criminal conduct. This meeting with the Attorney General was crucial to ensure a smooth handover of any criminal elements uncovered during our investigation.
**Host:** In essence, the KY acts as a first line of defense in identifying problems within the judiciary, even if those problems ultimately require the expertise of the Attorney General’s office?
**Amzulian Rifai:** That’s an accurate assessment. We aim to ensure the integrity of the judicial system by addressing ethical concerns and collaborating with the appropriate authorities on matters that transcend our jurisdiction. Transparency and cooperation are key to upholding justice.
**Host:** Thank you for clarifying this important issue, Chairman Rifai. We appreciate your time and insights.
