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. Through 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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What are the potential overlaps and conflicts of jurisdiction between the KY and the Attorney General’s office, particularly regarding investigations into judges?
## A Matter of Jurisdiction: KY and Attorney General Meet on Judge Corruption
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today, we’re discussing the recent meeting between the Chairman of the Judicial Commission (KY), Amzulian Rifai, and Attorney General Sanitiar Burhanuddin. This meeting comes amidst an ongoing investigation into alleged bribery involving three judges at the Surabaya District Court.
We have with us today law professor [Guest Name], an expert on judicial ethics and the Indonesian legal system. Professor [Guest Name], thank you for joining us.
**Guest:** It’s my pleasure to be here.
**Host:** Can you explain the context behind this meeting? Why was it so important for the KY and the Attorney General to meet?
**Guest:** Well, the KY is tasked with investigating ethical violations within the judiciary. However, their authority doesn’t extend to criminal investigations. In this case, the KY may have uncovered evidence suggesting criminal activity by the judges, forcing them to collaborate with the Attorney General’s office, which has the authority to prosecute criminal cases.
**Host:** Mr. Rifai mentioned that the KY often comes across potential criminal activity during their ethical investigations. Can you elaborate on what these criminal aspects might be?
**Guest:**
It could be anything from bribery, as in this current case, to extortion, influence peddling, or even threats. While the KY can’t pursue criminal charges, identifying these issues is crucial for upholding the integrity of the justice system.
**Host:** Given the limitations of the KY’s authority, how important is this collaborative approach between the KY and the Attorney General?
**Guest:** It’s absolutely crucial. This meeting emphasizes the need for cooperation between these two bodies to ensure accountability within the judiciary. The KY can play a vital role in flagging potential criminal conduct, allowing the Attorney General’s office to step in and conduct a full criminal investigation.
**Host:** Professor [Guest Name], thank you for providing clarity on this complex issue. This collaboration ultimately safeguards the public’s trust in the justice system.
**Guest:** My pleasure.
