# Jakarta protests over Asset Forfeiture Bill > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jakarta-protests-over-asset-forfeiture-bill > Updated: 2026-08-27T04:23:14.000Z. Sources: 48. Developments: 3. Mass demonstrations occurred in front of the DPR/MPR complex in Jakarta on August 27, 2026. Groups including the Aliansi Masyarakat Pati Bersatu (AMPB) demanded the immediate passage of the Asset Forfeiture Bill and the imposition of the death penalty for corruptors. In response to the protests, police deployed 18,504 personnel to secure zones in Central Jakarta, including Senayan and Gatot Subroto. Authorities stated they utilized a “humanistic approach,” noting that officers were not equipped with firearms or sharp weapons. During the operation, authorities detained 63 individuals suspected of attempting to disrupt the protests, seizing 39 sharp weapons, 201 Molotov cocktail bottles, and illegal drugs. To manage congestion, the Jakarta Transportation Agency implemented various traffic diversions. DPR Vice Chairman Sufmi Dasco Ahmad met with AMPB representatives and confirmed that the Asset Forfeiture Bill is scheduled to be brought to a plenary session for enactment on December 15, 2026. DPR leadership signed a written commitment to finalize the bill by this date, stating they would resign if the deadline is not met. DPR Speaker Puan Maharani expressed openness to receiving public aspirations directly at the parliament building while urging participants to maintain order. Regarding previous financial investigations, Bank Mandiri confirmed it has lifted the temporary transaction suspension on the account of AMPB coordinator Supriyono (known as Botok). This follows a police investigation which found “no criminal elements” in the funds used for protest operations. Parallel demonstrations also took place in Yogyakarta, where students from the Forum BEM DIY marched through Malioboro to demand the bill's passage and greater legislative transparency. Regional authorities in West Java and Yogyakarta issued advisories urging the public to remain calm and avoid provocation. ## Claims - Police detained 63 individuals related to the preparation of the protest, including 10 from a financing cluster and 53 from an execution cluster. (disputed by 2 sources) - Polda Metro Jaya detained 65 individuals ahead of demonstrations at the Parliament Complex. (disputed by 2 sources) - Employers and labor unions have reached approximately 70% agreement on the substance of the Labor Law Bill. (disputed) - Labor unions claim that 80% of their aspirations regarding the Labor Law Bill have been included in the draft. (disputed) - There are approximately eight weeks of effective legislative session time remaining for the bill's discussion. (corroborated by 15 sources) - The Asset Forfeiture Bill is targeted for ratification by the plenary meeting in December 2026. (corroborated by 15 sources) - Commission III has conducted 35 Public Hearing Meetings (RDPU) regarding the Asset Forfeiture Bill. (corroborated by 15 sources) - DPR Vice Chair Sari Yuliati emphasized that the Asset Forfeiture Bill must be discussed carefully to prevent it from being used as a tool for criminalization or political power. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The public is encouraged to submit written views on the Asset Forfeiture Bill due to limited remaining discussion time. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The AMPB group is demanding the ratification of the Asset Forfeiture Bill and the death penalty for corruptors. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Polres Metro Jakarta Pusat deployed 18,504 personnel to secure protests in Jakarta Pusat. (corroborated by 6 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Jakarta security forces deploy 18,000 personnel for mass protests Indonesian authorities deployed 18,000 personnel and detained 65 people ahead of mass protests in Jakarta. Police seized weapons and materials used to prevent violence during rallies for the Asset Forfeiture R- 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/polda-metro-jaya-deploys-medical-teams-for-jakarta-protests ### 2026-08-24: DPR leadership commits to Asset Forfeiture Bill passage amid Jakarta protests Protesters in Jakarta, led by the AMPB, demanded the passage of the Asset Forfeiture Bill. DPR leadership committed to passing the bill by December 15, 2026, amid heavy police security and arrests. 45 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/habib-aboe-bakar-al-habsyi-discusses-ai-and-cybersecurity-in-bali ### 2026-08-20: Pati community group plans Jakarta protest over Asset Forfeiture Bill The Aliansi Masyarakat Pati Bersatu plans to protest in Jakarta on August 27, 2026, demanding the passage of the Asset Forfeiture Bill. Officials urge peaceful conduct and restraint. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pati-community-group-plans-jakarta-protest-over-asset-forfeiture-bill --- Cite as: Jakarta protests over Asset Forfeiture Bill. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/jakarta-protests-over-asset-forfeiture-bill