Here's How to Avoid Fraudulent Investments

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant", "Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman", you may read also "The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Here's How to Avoid Fraudulent Investments'.

As quoted from the Indonesian Stock Exchange (BEI) website, the following are ways that can be done to avoid fraudulent investments, and reported by kompas.com:[1]

1. Check Investment Entity Licensing.
2. Beware of the Promise of High Returns. Fraudulent investments promise unreasonable returns. Some illegal investments use Ponzi schemes, where profits given to old investors come from new investors' funds.
3. Understand How the Company Works, if a company is not transparent in its operations, then this is a danger sign.
4. Don't Get Caught Up in Trends and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out/FOMO). You don't need to rush into making investment decisions without understanding the risks.
5. Determine your financial goals and choose the appropriate instrument.

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Reference:

1. "Ciri-Ciri Investasi Bodong dan Cara Menghindarinya", money.kompas.com., Nur Jamal Shaid, 11/03/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 17 Maret 2025, Link: https://money.kompas.com/read/2025/03/11/223452226/ciri-ciri-investasi-bodong-dan-cara-menghindarinya?source=sorotan#google_vignette

Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman", "The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate", you may read also "A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant'.

Usually, food places such as cafes or restaurants operate in shops located in busy areas. However, there are some who prefer hidden places. Like this dimsum food place in Penang, Malaysia. Not because there are no stalls, the decision to open inside the house is because the owner does not have an operating permit. Officers from the Penang City Council (MBPP) recently conducted a surprise raid on a house in the Southwest district and found the illegal dimsum food place.[1]

In the official statement from MBPP, it was written that the raid was carried out on Saturday at 09.00 by officers from the Licensing Department and the Law Enforcement Department. The confiscated items range from business signs, chairs, dining tables, gas cylinders, and food storage shelves. Later, the confiscated equipment will be taken to a storage facility. Furthermore, the Penang City Council will continue to enforce strict legal action against any operator who carries out business activities without a valid permit from the government.[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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References:

1. "Polisi Grebek Tempat Makan Dimsum Ilegal di Dalam Rumah", food.detik.com., Riska Fitria - detikFood, 11 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 17 Maret 2025, Link: https://food.detik.com/info-kuliner/d-7817553/polisi-grebek-tempat-makan-dimsum-ilegal-di-dalam-rumah?mtype=mpc.ctr.A-boxccxmpcxmp-modelA

2. Ibid.

Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "The Requirements and Costs for Taking Care of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate", "A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China", you may read also "A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman'.

Serang Police arrested a shaman with the initials OW (31), a perpetrator of sexual abuse under the guise of providing treatment. The woman with the initials D (25) became a victim because she wanted to recover from the pressure of being in debt. OW was arrested on Tuesday (11/3) yesterday. The sexual abuse was committed against the victim in the middle of last year and was reported to the PPA Unit of the Serang Police. "We arrested the suspect OW at home on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 afternoon," said Serang Police Chief AKBP Condro Sasongko, Friday (14/3/2025).[1]

According to him, the victim took a shortcut by asking for help from a shaman. The victim himself was indeed in debt. "Initially around June 2024 the victim was in debt, when he first met the suspect, the victim told him all his personal problems," he explained. The perpetrator used a ritual mode on the victim. During the ritual, the victim was then raped by the perpetrator.[2]

"The victim followed the suspect's invitation to perform a ritual of intercourse, feeling deceived, the victim then reported it to the Police," said Condro. From this arrest, the police found various evidence of shamanism. Such as keris and coconut fiber and an object he called raja tamarind. "There are 2 keris and 1 object of the raja tamarind," he concluded.[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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References:

1. "Polisi Tangkap Dukun Cabul di Serang, Ngaku Bisa Obati Stres", www.detik.com., Bahtiar Rifa'i, 14 Maret 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 15 Maret 2025, Link: https://news.detik.com/berita/d-7823935/polisi-tangkap-dukun-cabul-di-serang-ngaku-bisa-obati-stres.

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate

 

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China", "A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects", you may read also "This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate'.

Floods have hit several areas in Indonesia. Floods often sweep away a number of items in the house, including land certificates. For flood victims who have lost their land certificates or whose land certificates are damaged, there is no need to worry. Because, it can still be taken care of by submitting an application to replace the damaged or lost land certificate. After the certificate is taken care of, it is best to immediately convert it into digital form. According to the Minister of ATR/BPN Nusron Wahid, this is so that ownership of the land certificate remains safe even though a disaster occurs. "With electronic certificates, there should be no worries about the certificate being washed away or damaged by floods. Everything is stored in the digital world and only owners with access can use it," he said in a written statement.[1]

Then, what are the requirements and costs required to take care of a lost or damaged certificate? In the case of a Damaged Certificate, the Requirements for Taking Care of a Damaged Certificate are as follows:[2]

• Sign the application form and signed by the applicant or his/her attorney on the stamp.
• Power of Attorney if authorized.
• Photocopy of the applicant's identity (KTP and KK) and the attorney if authorized, which has been matched with the original by the counter officer.
• Photocopy of the Deed of Establishment and ratification of the legal entity that has been matched with the original by the counter officer, for legal entities; and
• Original certificate.

And, as an additional information, to get a replacement certificate, usually a fee of IDR 50,000 will be charged per land title certificate. The processing time is around 19 working days, but this depends on each land office. Reported by the SIPPN website of the Ministry of State Apparatus Empowerment and Bureaucratic Reform, the way to submit the document is to come to the Land Office. Then, submit the required documents to the counter service and pay the registration fee to the counter payment. After that, the placement of the certificate will be processed and issued. After being issued, the certificate owner can pick it up at the Land Office service counter where he replaced the land certificate.

In the event of a lost land certificate, the requirements for processing a lost land certificate are as follows:[3]

• Sign the application form and signed by the applicant or his/her attorney on the stamp.
• Power of Attorney if authorized.
• Photocopy of the applicant's identity (KTP and KK) and the attorney if authorized, which has been matched with the original by the counter officer;
• Photocopy of the Deed of Establishment and ratification of the legal entity that has been matched with the original by the counter officer, for legal entities; and
• Original certificate.
• Statement under oath by the rights holder or the person who lost it.
• Letter of report of loss from the local Police.

And also, as an additional information, the cost to issue a replacement for a lost land certificate is around IDR. 350,000 per certificate. The details are IDR. 200,000 for the oath fee, IDR. 100,000 for the cost of a copy of the Measurement Letter, and IDR. 50,000 for the registration fee. Those are the requirements and costs for taking care of a lost or damaged land certificate.

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References:

1. "Syarat dan Biaya Urus Sertifikat Tanah yang Hilang Atau Rusak gegara Banjir", www.detik.com., Almadinah Putri Brilian, 10 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 13 Maret 2025, Link: https://www.detik.com/properti/tips-dan-panduan/d-7815438/syarat-dan-biaya-urus-sertifikat-tanah-yang-hilang-atau-rusak-gegara-banjir

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China

 

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects", "This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe", you may read also "Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China'.

A fraud story that occurred in Shenzhen, China, recently went viral and caught the attention of netizens. Not a few, the victims involved 36 men who were deceived by a beautiful woman who pretended to be their girlfriend. The woman tricked the men by promising to marry them if they bought a house for her in a city about 90 km from Shenzhen. The woman, known as Liu Jia, first met the victims through an online dating platform. One of the victims, who used the pseudonym Atao, revealed that she met Liu in March last year and felt very much in love with him.[1]

"He gave me the impression of being gentle, well-mannered, family-oriented, and very caring. I thought she was the perfect girlfriend," Atao said. Liu said he was 30 years old and from Central China's Hunan Province, and worked in the e-commerce industry in Shenzhen. After dating for a month, Liu started talking about marriage and suggested Atao buy a house first. To convince Atao, Liu even offered 30,000 yuan (around IDR. 67.5 million) as assistance for the down payment on the house. To further convince Atao, Liu also recommended two blocks of houses in Huizhou city that were being marketed at a huge discount. With the huge subsidy offered, Atao finally bought one of the houses, although Liu refused to add his name to the house ownership certificate.[2]

However, after the transaction was completed, Liu began to avoid her. She no longer answered Atao's calls or messages and slowly began to distance herself. Another victim, named Wang, revealed that she had also been a victim in the same way. After buying a house, Liu disappeared under the pretext of being busy, blocking her calls, and deleting her from her contact list. According to Atao, she has recorded at least 36 men, all in their 30s and working in Shenzhen, who have fallen victim to this scam. They all had short-lived relationships with Liu, lasting only one to two months. As a result, Atao now has to pay a monthly house installment of 4,100 yuan (around IDR. 9.2 million), while she also has to pay rent in Shenzhen and take care of her parents. Many netizens then commented on the case.[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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References:

1. "Tertipu Wanita Cantik, 36 Pria Ini Beri Hadiah Rumah Untuk Pacar yang Sama", wolipop.detik.com., Vina Oktiani, 10 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 13 Maret 2025, Link: https://wolipop.detik.com/love/d-7815590/tertipu-wanita-cantik-36-pria-ini-beri-hadiah-rumah-untuk-pacar-yang-sama

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects

  

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe", "Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA", you may read also "Linda Yuliana Arrested In Ethiopia, Trapped By Drug Trafficking Syndicate" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects'.

A German tourist who attempted to smuggle an ancient Greek marble column out of the country has been arrested and now faces up to 12 years in prison. The 61-year-old was arrested at the Port of Patras earlier this week as he prepared to board a ferry to Italy in his private car. Patras Port Authority officers discovered the ancient artifacts hidden in his car during a routine inspection.[1]

Now, the German man faces a lengthy prison sentence for violating a new, stricter law on the smuggling of cultural objects. In recent years, the Greek Police (ELAS) has created a special department to deal with crimes related to cultural heritage and antiquities.[2]

Since 2008, the laws on the trade in antiquities in Greece have been tightened, with the aim of protecting the country's cultural heritage from the threat of destruction due to illegal activities. Illegal trade in antiquities is now considered a very serious crime.[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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References:

1. "Diduga Selundupkan Artefak Yunani Kuno, Turis Diancam 12 Tahun Penjara", www.detik.com., Muhammad Lugas Pribady, 09 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 12 Maret 2025, Link: https://travel.detik.com/travel-news/d-7814704/diduga-selundupkan-artefak-yunani-kuno-turis-diancam-12-tahun-penjara.

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA", "Linda Yuliana Arrested In Ethiopia, Trapped By Drug Trafficking Syndicate", you may read also "Moment of Ramadhan, Lombok Police Implement 'Sharia Tickets'" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe'. Not all countries have skyscrapers, one of which is the countries in Europe. As reported by the BBC, the number of skyscrapers in Europe is only around 7 buildings that are above average in height. So, what is the reason that there are rarely tall buildings in Europe?[1]

There are several reasons why skyscrapers are difficult to build in Europe. One of them is the difficulty of regulation there because there are many cultural heritages that must be protected. For example, in the city of Rome, Italy, in the ancient city center, no building is allowed to exceed the height of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, which is 136 meters high. Another example is in the Greek capital, Athens, where no building is allowed to block the view of the Parthenon. If you want to build a tall building, it must not exceed 12 floors.[2]

Then in the British capital, London, has a skyscraper, The Shard, which rises more than 300 meters. However, building the building was not easy because the 1938 law was designed to protect St Paul's Cathedral. The law stipulates that no building may block the view of the 111-meter-high cathedral. Furthermore, this rule also states that there are 8 protected viewpoints, across London. All of them must not block the view of the iconic cathedral.[3]

Another reason is that most countries in Europe are resisting the urge to continue building high-rise buildings. They want to maintain the history that has long inhabited the city and do not want to compete with new cities in other parts of the world that have changed the concept of their areas from old to more modern cities significantly.[4] 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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References:

1. "Ternyata Ini Alasan di Eropa Jarang Ada Gedung Pencakar Langit", www.detik.com., Sekar Aqillah Indraswari, 04 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 11 Maret 2025, Link: https://www.detik.com/properti/arsitektur/d-7806210/ternyata-ini-alasan-di-eropa-jarang-ada-gedung-pencakar-langit?mtype=mpt.ctr-boxccxmpcxmp-modelB

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

4. Ibid.

Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA

  

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Maryam explained that the case began when her employer appeared in an angry state, and then committed violence against her. "Because I was insulted, cursed, and my hair was pulled. I poured hot water on my employer's right shoulder and part of his face," she said. The act was reported by Yahya's younger brother, Husen Mohammad Jabar, which then resulted in Maryam being arrested and tried in the Jeddah Court.[1]

"I did nothing wrong. I did not kill my employer. But I was sentenced to death. The Saudi Arabian court was unfair to me," she later asserted. During the legal process, Maryam admitted that she felt isolated and did not know who to turn to. The only person she could communicate with was a translator appointed by the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI). "The translator from the KJRI is from Sumenep. He is the only one who could communicate with me while I was on trial in court," said Maryam.[2]

Despite living in despair, this woman admitted that she never stopped praying. "Day and night I only pray, hopefully I will be given the blessing of life, health. I still believe that I will survive, I don't know when Allah will show it." "Alhamdulillah, I am still alive until now," she continued. Through the Indonesian Consulate General, Maryam hoped to be released by paying the fine set by the court. However, the request was never fulfilled. Maryam was finally released after serving a sentence of 15 years and seven months. Maryam should have been released earlier in 2022, if she was able to pay a fine of IDR 1.6 billion. However, because she did not have the funds, she was forced to wait. Only on November 30, 2024, a Saudi Arabian citizen paid the fine, allowing Maryam to return home. "I don't know who is willing to pay the fine requested by the Government. I am grateful, may Allah reward her with manifold rewards," she said softly.[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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References:

1. "Cerita Maryam, Warga Bangkalan yang Lolos dari Hukuman Mati di Saudi", www.kompas.com., Taufiqurrahman & Glori K. Wadrianto, 4/12/2024, Diakses pada tanggal 10 Maret 2025, https://surabaya.kompas.com/read/2024/12/04/145846078/cerita-maryam-warga-bangkalan-yang-lolos-dari-hukuman-mati-di-saudi?page=1

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.