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Extortion trial of lawyer Bangun Paulus Tudungta

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2026-08-26 22:01 UTC → 2026-09-02 17:51 UTC · added removed

The extortion trial of lawyer Bangun Paulus Tudungta began at has moved toward the Central evidentiary stage after the Jakarta Pusat District Court, following allegations Court rejected an interlocutory objection filed by the defense. Presiding Judge Ahmad Rasyid Purba ruled that he extorted the defense’s arguments addressed the substance of the case, making them inappropriate for an exception under Article 206. Tudungta is accused of extorting businessman Vincent Leo Carlius. Prosecutors allege that Tudungta demanded sums between Rp200 million and Rp500 million, eventually settling on Rp300 million, while using Carlius through threats of police reports and physical intimidation, including threats involving the use of a hammer. Tudungta faces multiple charges under While the New Criminal Code, including extortion through threats of violence and extortion by threatening to reveal secrets. During subsequent proceedings, prosecutors rejected defense arguments claiming previously argued the case matter was merely a civil dispute regarding debt collection. The prosecution dispute, prosecutors maintained that debt disputes must be resolved through civil litigation rather than through violence or threats. Prosecutors also clarified the calculation use of violence and threats constitutes criminal extortion. Prosecutor Andri Saputra stated that the victim's material loss, prosecution respects the court’s decision and is preparing for the next hearing. The court has scheduled the next session for September 9, 2026, during which was reported the prosecution intends to call the victim, Vincent, to testify as Rp80 million, resulting in a net loss of Rp60.75 million after accounting for the defendant's own funds. witness.

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  1. 2026-09-02 17:51 UTC Extortion trial of lawyer Bangun Paulus Tudungta
  2. 2026-08-26 22:01 UTC Extortion trial of lawyer Bangun Paulus Tudungta

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