DPR RI targets December 15 for Asset Forfeiture Bill ratification

Asset Forfeiture Bill DPR RI anti-corruption legislation Indonesia law Komisi III

The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) is moving toward the ratification of the Asset Forfeiture Bill, with a target completion date of December 15, 2026. Members of Commission III emphasized that the primary goal of the legislation is to combat corruption, but they also stressed the need for clear mechanisms to prevent law enforcement from abusing their power or targeting political opponents.

The bill is designed to be broad in scope, covering 13 types of criminal acts. Beyond corruption, the legislation aims to target drug traffickers, terrorist networks, investment fraudsters, and organized crime. Legislators noted that this approach aligns with legal frameworks in countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

However, the bill has faced criticism from legal experts and organizations such as Peradi Profesional. Critics have raised concerns regarding the protection of property rights, the presumption of innocence, and the potential for excessive use of reverse proof mechanisms. They argue that the law must strictly distinguish between assets obtained through criminal activity and those acquired legally to ensure legal certainty and protect citizens from arbitrary seizure.

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Ahmad Sahroni · DPR RI · Habiburokhman · Indonesia · Komisi III DPR · Komisi III DPR RI · PERADI Profesional

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Peradi Profesional criticizes the bill for potentially undermining the presumption of innocence and property rights. katadata.co.id
[● 3 SOURCES] Law enforcement officials must not abuse their power when implementing the Asset Forfeiture Bill. news.harianjogja.com · www.matamata.com · www.jpnn.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The bill targets drug traffickers, terrorist networks, and investment fraudsters in addition to corruptors. minews.id
[● 3 SOURCES] The Asset Forfeiture Bill is scheduled to be passed on December 15, 2026. news.harianjogja.com · www.matamata.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The bill includes 13 types of criminal acts within its scope. www.matamata.com