Friday, 04 September 2026
MEDAN | INDATANEWS.COM ~ Indonesian human rights organization LBH Medan has called for the immediate dismissal of Danke Rajagukguk, Chief of the Karo District Prosecutor's Office, by the Indonesian Attorney General's Office.
The demand comes in response to serious procedural errors in the case of creative worker Amsal Christy Sitepu. LBH Medan described the Karo Prosecutor's Office's handling of the case as negligent, unprofessional, and a threat to human rights.Mismanagement Threatens Citizens' Freedom
Read Also:Irvan Saputra, Director of LBH Medan, emphasized that Amsal Sitepu's case highlights the failure of law enforcement to uphold principles such as diligence, accountability, and protection of citizens' rights.
During a hearing (RDP) of Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) with the Indonesian Prosecutor Commission, Danke Rajagukguk admitted that a "typographical error" appeared in official detention documents for Amsal Sitepu.
Habiburokhman, Chairman of Commission III, stressed that the error is far from trivial. It affects Amsal's legal status and reflects weak internal controls within the Karo Prosecutor's Office."This carelessness can violate the principles of due process," Irvan said.
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Irvan further criticized that the proceedings against Amsal Sitepu involved intimidation and undue pressure, violating the principles of a fair trial and human rights. The prosecutor's actions contravene Indonesia's 1945 Constitution, Articles 28D and 28G, as well as international human rights standards, including the UDHR and ICCPR.
"Law enforcement should protect citizens' rights, not criminalize creative workers for expressing their ideas and work," Irvan added.Call for Dismissal and Judicial Reform
Irvan described the case as an act of criminalizing civil society and creative workers."Therefore, the Attorney General must immediately remove the Chief of the Karo Prosecutor's Office, review all involved officials, and initiate an independent investigation through the Prosecutor Commission," Irvan urged.
He also noted that Mahfud MD highlighted the importance of professional law enforcement that does not compromise substantial justice."LBH Medan hopes that the Amsal Sitepu case will serve as a catalyst for a comprehensive evaluation of the Indonesian justice system, preventing similar mistakes in the future," Irvan concluded. (IDNC)
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