Dutch Citizen Sentenced to 9 Years in Prison for Marijuana Cultivation

 

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A Dutch citizen named Nirul Rashim Abdoelrazak was sentenced to nine years in prison in a trial at the Denpasar District Court on Tuesday (19/5/2026). The defendant was found guilty of legally planting and controlling class I narcotics in the form of marijuana in his rented house in the Ubung Kaja area, Denpasar. The criminal charges were filed by Public Prosecutor (JPU) I Made Lovi Puspawan. The prosecutor stated that the defendant's actions violated Article 111 Paragraph (2) of Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics in conjunction with the new Criminal Code. "Without rights or against the law, planting, maintaining, possessing, storing, controlling, or providing Class I Narcotics in the form of plants weighing more than 1 kilogram or more than 5 tree trunks," said Public Prosecutor I Made Lovi Puspawan.[1]

In addition to the physical imprisonment demand, the prosecutor also imposed a material fine on the defendant. The man from the Netherlands was required to pay a fine of IDR 1 billion in subsidiary 80 days in prison. "Sentencing the defendant Nirul Rashim Abdoelrazak to nine years in prison," said Public Prosecutor I Made Lovi Puspawan. This criminal demand is based on the results of a raid by officers from the Bali Police Narcotics Directorate on October 1, 2025 on Jalan Bina Kusuma IV. At that location, police officers found a hydroponic marijuana garden facility equipped with a planting tent, lighting, blower, humidifier, and a series of hydroponic tools.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "WNA Belanda Dituntut Sembilan Tahun Penjara Kasus Kebun Ganja Bali", www.batuahnews.id, Bagas Prasetyo, S.H., 19 Mei 2026, Diakses pada tanggal 20 Mei 2026, Link: https://www.batuahnews.id/wna-belanda-dituntut-sembilan-tahun

2. Ibid.

ICC Searches for Philippine Senate Member at Parliament House

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The Philippine Senate was locked down with military personnel seen entering the building where a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) had sought refuge. Rounds of gunfire were heard but officials have not revealed who fired the shots. They said there were no casualties.[1]

Senator Ronald Dela Rosa said earlier he believed his arrest was imminent and urged Filipinos to prevent it. He is safe and with security personnel, officials said. He is accused by the ICC of killing dozens of people when he was police chief during former president Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs, in which thousands of alleged dealers were shot and killed. Duterte has been held at The Hague since March 2025. TV footage showed police commandos in fatigues entering the Senate building in Manila early on Wednesday evening, with anti-riot policemen with shields and helmets surrounding the perimeter.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Gunshots fired in Philippine Senate where lawmaker wanted by ICC is holed up", www.bbc.com, Joel Guinto, Virma Simonette Riveraand & Jonathan Head, 14 Mei 2026, Diakses pada tanggal 16 Mei 2026, Link: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cnvp730yd52o

2. Ibid.

Indonesian President Urges ASEAN Leaders to Unite to Uphold International Law

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto called on Southeast Asian leaders to encourage the enforcement of international law against any violations that occur amidst regional conflicts, particularly in the Middle East. This was conveyed by Prabowo while attending the plenary session of the ASEAN Summit held at the Mactan Expo, Cebu, Philippines, Friday (May 8, 2026). In his speech, Prabowo highlighted the importance of protecting ASEAN citizens in the Middle East conflict area. According to him, many ASEAN countries have thousands of citizens working or living in the region. "Finally, the safety and welfare of our citizens in the Middle East demands our full attention. I think many of our countries have thousands of citizens there," said Prabowo.[1]

He emphasized that protecting citizens must be a top priority for ASEAN countries. "Protecting citizens must remain a top priority. I welcome Singapore's offer to cooperate with other countries if we need to evacuate our citizens," he said. Prabowo said that ASEAN needs to have a collective approach in dealing with the impact of global conflict on the region. "I think we must have a collective ASEAN approach. Indonesia is willing to work very closely with our colleagues in ASEAN," he said. He also mentioned the deaths of Indonesian soldiers serving in United Nations (UN) peacekeeping missions. The Indonesian government, Prabowo said, demands accountability and respect for peacekeeping missions.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Prabowo Ajak Pemimpin ASEAN Bersatu Tegakkan Hukum Internasional", kumparan.com, Diakses pada tanggal 9 Mei 2026, Link: https://kumparan.com/kumparannews/prabowo-ajak-pemimpin-asean-bersatu-tegakkan-hukum-internasional-27MIA9Sl83C/3

2. Ibid.

On Labor Day, President Prabowo Ratified the Domestic Workers Protection Law

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President Prabowo Subianto announced that the government had passed the Domestic Workers Protection Law (PPRT Law) in his remarks at the International Labor Day commemoration held at the Lapangan Silang Monas on Friday (01/05/2026). The Head of State emphasized that the ratification of the regulation was an important milestone in the long struggle for protection for domestic workers in Indonesia. "Today I can report to you that we have passed the Domestic Workers Protection Law. If I'm not mistaken, this is a long-standing struggle, a 22-year struggle. Even during the founding of the republic, there has never been a law protecting domestic workers," said the Head of State. On that occasion, the President emphasized that domestic workers often face uncertain conditions regarding protection, including wages and other basic rights. Therefore, the ratification of this law is an important step to ensure clear and fair legal protection for domestic workers throughout Indonesia.[1]

"Today I can report to you that we have passed the Domestic Workers Protection Law. If I'm not mistaken, this has been a long-standing struggle, a 22-year struggle. Even during the founding of the republic, there has never been a law protecting domestic workers," said the Head of State. On that occasion, the President emphasized that domestic workers often face uncertain protection, including in terms of wages and other basic rights. Therefore, the ratification of this law is an important step to ensure clear and fair legal protection for domestic workers throughout Indonesia. "A law protecting domestic workers has never existed. Until now, domestic workers have been paid wages, and it has been unclear. Now, for the first time in the history of the Republic of Indonesia, we have passed a law protecting domestic workers," added the President.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Tonggak Sejarah di Hari Buruh 2026, Presiden Prabowo Sahkan UU Perlindungan Pekerja Rumah Tangga", www.setneg.go.id, 1 Mei 2026, Diakses pada tanggal 4 Mei 2026, Link: https://www.setneg.go.id/baca/index/tonggak_sejarah_di_hari_buruh_2026_presiden_prabowo_sahkan_uu_perlindungan_pekerja_rumah_tangga

2. Ibid.

One Indonesian National Armed Forces Personnel Dies in Lebanon

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The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, expressed its deep condolences over the death of another Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) personnel serving on a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon. In its statement, Indonesia also strongly condemned the incident that resulted in the soldier's death. The soldier, Private First Class Rico Pramudia, was seriously injured by an artillery explosion in the Adchit Al Qusayr area on March 29, 2026. The explosion is suspected to have been caused by an Israeli tank attack in the UNIFIL mission area. Since the incident, the Indonesian government has been coordinating intensively with UNIFIL, Lebanese authorities, and the medical team in Beirut to ensure the best possible treatment.[1]

Despite maximum efforts, the victim's life could not be saved due to the severity of his injuries. "The government expresses its deepest condolences to the bereaved family. The state is here to pay the highest respects to the deceased for his dedication and sacrifice in maintaining world peace. The government continues to coordinate with UNIFIL to ensure the repatriation of the body can be carried out promptly and with full respect," the Ministry of Foreign Affairs wrote on its official website, kemlu.go.id.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Satu Lagi Personel TNI Meninggal di Lebanon, RI Kutuk Keras", www.cnnindonesia.com, 25 Apr 2026, Diakses pada tanggal 30 April 2026, Link: https://www.cnnindonesia.com/internasional/20260424210650-106-1351828/satu-lagi-personel-tni-meninggal-di-lebanon-ri-kutuk-keras.

2. Ibid.

The New Criminal Code and Criminal Procedure Code Officially Enacted in Indonesia

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The government officially enacted the National Criminal Code (KUHP) based on Law Number 1 of 2023 and the new Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP) based on Law Number 20 of 2025 on January 2, 2026. Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration and Corrections Yusril Ihza Mahendra said that the enactment of these two laws marks a new chapter in national law enforcement that is more modern, fair, and rooted in the values ​​of Pancasila and Indonesian culture. Yusril said that this Criminal Procedure Code replaces the old Criminal Procedure Code which was a product of the New Order as stated in Law Number 8 of 1981. Although it was drafted after independence, the old Criminal Procedure Code was deemed not to fully reflect the principles of human rights as they developed after the amendment to the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, so it needed to be updated to support the implementation of the new National Criminal Code.[1]

Furthermore, the Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, and Immigration and Corrections emphasized that the enactment of the new Criminal Code and Criminal Procedure Code is the result of a long process of criminal law reform that began in the 1998 Reform era. The old Criminal Code, which originated from the Wetboek van Strafrecht voor Nederlandsch-Indie of 1918, was deemed no longer relevant to the dynamics of modern Indonesian society because it was repressive, emphasized imprisonment, and paid little attention to restorative justice and human rights protection. The new National Criminal Code, according to Yusril, fundamentally changes the approach to criminal law from retributive to restorative. The goal of punishment is no longer solely to punish the perpetrator, but also to restore the victim, society, and the perpetrator themselves. This approach is reflected in the expansion of alternative punishments such as social work, rehabilitation, and mediation, including an emphasis on medical and social rehabilitation for drug users to reduce overcrowding in correctional institutions.[2]

Moreover, the National Criminal Code also integrates local, customary, and cultural values ​​of Indonesia into the criminal law system. Sensitive provisions, such as extramarital relations, are formulated as complaint offenses to prevent excessive state intervention in the private sphere. Yusril emphasized that the government has prepared 25 government regulations (PP), one presidential regulation (Perpres), and various other derivative regulations to support the transition period. The non-retroactive principle remains in effect, where cases before January 2, 2026, use the old provisions, while cases after that are subject to the new Criminal Code and Criminal Procedure Code.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "KUHP dan KUHAP Baru Resmi Berlaku, Penegakan Hukum di Indonesia Masuki Era Baru", www.setneg.go.id,  05 Januari 2026, Diakses pada tanggal 21 April 2026, Link: https://www.setneg.go.id/baca/index/kuhp_dan_kuhap_baru_resmi_berlaku_penegakan_hukum_di_indonesia_masuki_era_baru

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

Scotland Organized Crime Boss Arrested in Bali

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Steven Lyons is said to be one of Scotland's most notorious mafia leaders. The 45-year-old was arrested by Indonesian Immigration in Bali following an Interpol alert. The request for Lyons' arrest is believed to have come through Spanish law enforcement. One source understands he is expected to be extradited to Spain. Steven Lyons is said to be the boss of the Lyons clan, originally based in Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire.[1]

The clan has been embroiled in a bloody feud for over 20 years with its rival, the Glasgow-based Daniel group. In early March 2026, he was reportedly arrested in Bahrain—five months after being released from detention in Dubai. However, in the following weeks, his whereabouts remained a mystery—until he disembarked a plane in Bali. In a statement, the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office said: 'Based on intelligence data, Lyons is suspected of being the leader of an international criminal organization. He is suspected of being the mastermind behind the operation of a number of fictitious companies and of being involved in money laundering.'[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Bos mafia asal Skotlandia dibekuk di Bali – Siapa Steven Lyons dan bagaimana sepak terjang kejahatannya?", www.bbc.com, 30 Maret 2026, Diakses pada tanggal 19 April 2026, Link: https://www.bbc.com/indonesia/articles/c3exv4we2qqo

2. Ibid.

Britain Suspends Extradition Treaty With Hong Kong

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On Monday (July 20, 2020), the British government suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong following China's implementation of the National Security Law. Responding to the action, the Chinese Ambassador to the UK asserted that the UK was "blatantly interfering" in China's internal affairs. "China has never interfered in the UK's internal affairs. The UK should do the same with China." Earlier, British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab announced the suspension of the extradition treaty with Hong Kong, citing "uncertainty" about China's implementation of the National Security Law. "I simply say this: the UK is watching and the whole world is watching," he said. Under this new law, if a British citizen is suspected of committing a crime in Hong Kong, he will not be automatically handed over to British authorities to be tried in the UK.[1] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Ekstradisi Hong Kong: Inggris bekukan perjanjian ekstradisi dengan Hong Kong, China: Inggris 'akan menanggung konsekuensi'", www.bbc.com, 4 Juni 2020, Diakses pada tanggal 14 April 2026,  Link: https://www.bbc.com/indonesia/dunia-52916474