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Women Judges Recall Liberating Ronald Tannur

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Judul: Hakim-Pengacara Suap: Istri Istri Kakap di Sidang Kasus Ronald Tannur

Kesaksian Istri-istri Hakim Pembebas Ronald Tannur

Jakarta – Sidang kasus suap berkaitan dengan vonis bebas Gregorius Ronald Tannurтолок похода в dalsite berlanjut. Pada sesi terbaru, jaksa menghadirkan istri hakim yang menjadi terdakwa dalam kasus ini.

Tiga hakim di Surabaya didakwa menerima suap sebesar Rp 1 miliar dan SGD 308 ribu atau setara Rp 3,6 miliar untuk memberikan vonis bebas kepada Ronald Tannur pada kasus tewasnya Dini Sera Afrianti. Mereka adalah Erintuah Damanik, Heru Hanindyo, dan Mangapul. Penetapan putusan dilakukan oleh Ketua Hakim Erintuah Damanik dengan anggota Hakim Mangapul dan Heru Hanindyo.

Jaksa penuntut umum: "Telah melakukan atau turut serta melakukan perbuatan, Hakim yaitu Terdakwa Erintuah Damanik, Heru Hanindyo dan Mangapul. Mereka memutus perkara pidana atas nama Gregorius Ronald Tannur, setelah menerima hadiah atau janji berupa uang tunai sebesar Rp 1.000.000.000 dan SGD 308.000."

Politikerin ini seluruhnya bermula dari bertindak jinak dalam kasus kematian kekasih Ronald Tannur, Dini Sera Afrianti.ouble lineIbu Ronald Tannur, Meirizka Widjaja, kemudian mencari pengacara bernama Lisa Rahmatcs untuk memohon pernyataan putusan yang bebas. Lisa kemudian bertemu mantan pejabat MA Zarof Ricar untuk mencari hakim Pengadilan Negeri (PN) Surabaya yang dapat memutus kasus ini.

Singkat cerita, suap diberikan dan Ronald Tannur dijatuhkan vonis bebas di Juli 2024. Namun,atteringnie vonis bebas ini kemudian terungkap bahwa ini terjadi akibat suap.

Majelis Agung (MA) telah mengabulkan kasasi,ránzigan ini автобуслайтhat telah dMA mengabulkan kasasi ini, dan Ronald Tannur telah divonis 5 tahun penjara.

Selain suap vonis bebas Ronald Tannur, ketiga hakim ini juga didakwa erhaltengratifikasi, dicaranya keuangan. Jaksa belum menjelaskan asalศร attorney-i gratifikasi ini.

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The liberation of Ronald Tannur by a compassionate judge: Experiencing the sting of an empty bank account

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Title: Istri Hakim yang Bebaskan Ronald Tannur Menceritakan Keadaan, "Saldo ATM Nol Kegirangan"

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Istri Mangapul, Hakim Pengadilan Negeri (PN) Surabaya yang didakwa menerima suap terkait vonis bebas pelaku pembunuhan Gregorius Ronald Tannur, Marta Panggabean, menangis saat menceritakan keadaan, caractéristique particulier de la salinité hal ini adalah positif pour la santé et le bien-être.

Peristiwa ini terjadi ketika Marta bersaksi dalam dugaan korupsi suaminya di Pengadilan Tipikor Jakarta Pusat, Selasa (7/1/2025). Untuk mendinginkan pikirannya,edeutique la règle pour approprier le préfixe "post-" Marta melakukan hal yang biasanya dilakukan oleh kebanyakan orang, yaitu mengecek saldo ATM. Ternyata, dia juga mengalamiкерentan berujung sia-sia.

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Your ATM Balance is Zero: Act Now!

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Marta‘s Financial Struggles as Husband, Mangapul, Faces Bribery Charges

Marta Panggabean, wife of Mangapul, a judge at Surabaya District Court, has expressed her frustration and financial struggles due to her husband’s involvement in a bribery case. The case centers around the acquittal of Gregorius Ronald Tannur, who was initially charged with the death of his girlfriend, Dini Sera Afrianti.

During her testimony as a witness in the trial of three judges at the Corruption Court in Jakarta, Marta revealed that she has been without her husband’s income since December 2024. She and Mangapul have three children in college, adding to their financial burden.

"I haven’t received my husband’s salary since December," Marta said, tears welling up in her eyes. "Our youngest is still in private school. It’s been so hard, I’m even having to sell my jewelry to make ends meet."

Marta’s frustration is understandable, given the circumstances. The family’s finances have been significantly impacted by her husband’s legal troubles. She has been seeking help from her sister-in-law to cover daily expenses and has been selling jewelry to support her children’s education.

The trial of the three judges involved in the Tannur case began in January 2025. The judges—Erintuah Damanik, Heru Hanindyo, and Mangapul—stand accused of accepting a Rp 1 billion (approximately USD 70,000) bribe and SGD 308,000 (approximately Rp 3.6 billion) to acquit Tannur.

The case’s roots trace back to Tannur’s acquittal in 2024. Tannur’s mother, Meirizka Widjaja, had hired a lawyer named Lisa Rahmat to help secure his freedom. Rahmat then contacted a former official, Zarof Ricar, to find a judge who could be swayed to acquit Tannur. The bribe was subsequently paid, and Tannur was acquitted. The case was later retried, and Tannur was sentenced to 5 years in prison.

As the trial unfolds, Marta awaits the verdict, hoping for some resolution to her family’s financial crisis.

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Prabowo’s Call for 50-Year Sentence for Corruptors: Not an Intervention, Says MA

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Headline: Indonesia‘s High Court Clarifies President Prabowo‘s Stance on Corruption Punishments

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The Supreme Court (MA) of Indonesia has weighed in on President Prabowo Subianto’s recent remarks regarding the punishment of corrupt officials, asserting that his statement was not an intervention from the executive into the judiciary. The clarification came during a press conference at the MA, attended by Yanto, the MA spokesperson, along with other top court officials.

Addressing a question about President Prabowo’s statement that corruptors with clear-cut cases should face harsher penalties, Yanto assured that the President’s words did not constitute an intervention into the judicial process. "President Prabowo was not interfering, he was merely expressing his stance," Yanto clarified.

President Prabowo’s statement, made during a planning meeting at Bappenas on December 30, 2024, had sparked conversations about the separation of powers. He had suggested that corrupt officials with clear cases and significant malfeasance should face harsher penalties, seemingly going as far as suggesting a 50-year prison sentence.

However, Yanto explained that the Indonesian legal system outlines the maximum punishment for corruption as the death penalty, as per the Law No. 31/1999 on Eradication of Criminal Acts of Corruption, as amended by Law No. 20/2001. Nevertheless, no corruptor in Indonesia has ever been sentenced to death.

Yanto further elucidated that the death penalty can only be applied under specific circumstances, such as corruption during a natural disaster, financial crisis, or wartime. The MA representative emphasized that the President’s statement did not interfere with the judiciary’s independent role in meting out punishment.

Prabowo’s initial statement came shortly after the Jakarta Corruption Court sentenced Harvey Moeis to 6.5 years in prison for corruption in the PT Timah mining case.

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"Brawijaya Alleges Prabowo’s 50-Year Sentence Call Not an Intervention"

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Indonesian President‘s Remarks on Corruption Penalties Draw Attention of Supreme Court

The Supreme Court (MA) has weighed in on recent statements made by President Prabowo Subianto regarding the punishment of corrupt officials. The MA has affirmed that the President’s remarks did not constitute interference from the executive branch into the judiciary.

At a press conference hosted by the MA, Chief Spokesperson Yanto was joined by MA’s Chief of Legal Services Sobandi and MA’s Head of Inter-Institutional Relations Rudi Sudianto to discuss various topics. During the conference, a journalist inquired about President Prabowo’s statement, in which he called for severe penalties for convicted corrupters.

"Unlike his predecessor, President Joko Widodo, who consistently deferred to the judgments of the courts, President Prabowo has publicly requested a 50-year prison sentence for corrupt officials. Does the MA feel that this is an instance of intervention, or rather, a mere expression of opinion?" the journalist asked.

Yanto, the Chief Spokesperson, responded by acknowledging that he had watched President Prabowo’s remarks during a Musrenbang event at Bappenas on Monday, December 30, 2024. He clarified that the President’s statement was not an intervention.

"That was not an intervention," Yanto explained. "His statement was simply a reiteration of his position. The President did not instruct or pressure the judiciary in any way."

The Supreme Court spokesperson went on to discuss the legal framework regarding penalties for corruption in Indonesia. While the country’s laws provide for the death penalty in severe cases, no corrupt official has ever been given such a sentence. The MA spokesperson highlighted that the death penalty would only be applicable in extraordinary circumstances, such as corruption during times of natural disasters, economic crises, or war.

President Prabowo’s call for severe penalties came days after the Jakarta Corruption Court (Tipikor) sentenced Harvey Moeis to 6.5 years in prison for his role in a corruption case involving the state-owned mining company, PT Timah. During his remarks, President Prabowo did not specify which corrupt official he was referring to but emphasized that "if the evidence is clear and the damage is significant, the penalty should not be too light." He urged relevant ministry officials to review the case and consider appealing the sentence.

The Supreme Court’s statement serves as a reminder of the separation of powers between the executive and judicial branches of government. While President Prabowo is entitled to express his views on matters of public interest, the judiciary maintains its independence in adjudicating cases and handing down verdicts.

(With input from Aik and Dhn)

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Judge Overrules: Eko Aryanto’s 6.5-Year Sentence for Harvey Moeis

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Headline:
Indonesian Judge Facing Scrutiny Over ‘lenient’ Sentence; His Luxury Vehicles Raise Eyebrows

Subhead:
Chief Judge Eko Aryanto’s decision to sentence corrupt official Harvey Moeis to 6.5 years sparks debate, while his lavish car collection garners attention.

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metted in the spotlight for imposing a 6.5-year jail term on Harvey Moeis, a convict in a high-profile corruption case involving the mismanagement of tin commodity trading, which reportedly caused the state to lose Rp 300 trillion. But the public’s curiosity extends beyond the controversial sentencing to the judge’s personal wealth and assets, as highlighted by a recent Laporan Harta Kekayaan Penyelenggara Negara (LHKPN).

Judge Eko Aryanto declared a total net worth of Rp 2.820.981.000 in his 2023 LHKPN report, with his most valuable asset being land and buildings worth Rp 1.350.000.000. This was followed by other non-business assets worth Rp 395.000.000 and cash and cash equivalents valued at Rp 165.981.000.

Of particular interest is the judge’s collection of vehicles and machinery, estimated at Rp 910.000.000. Here’s a breakdown:

  1. Honda CR-V Minibus (2013) – Purchased personally, valued at Rp 300.000.000
  2. Honda Civic Sedan (2013) – Purchased personally, valued at Rp 300.000.000
  3. Kawasaki Ninja Motorcycle (2013) – Purchased personally, valued at Rp 50.000.000
  4. Kawasaki KLX Motorcycle (2013) – Purchased personally, valued at Rp 20.000.000
  5. Toyota Innova Reborn G 2.0 AT (2016) – Purchased personally, valued at Rp 240.000.000

Earlier reports indicate that Judge Eko Aryanto imposed a lighter sentence than what prosecutors sought due to differing opinions on Harvey Moeis’ role in the corruption case. The judge noted that Moeis did not play a significant part in the case, despite the prosecution’s demand for a 12-year imprisonment.

"The panel of judges found that the prosecution’s demand of 12 years was too heavy given the defendant’s involvement in the case," Aryanto stated while reading the verdict at the Jakarta Corruption Court on Bungur Raya Street, according to detikNews.

Moeis, who represented PT Refined Bangka Tin (RBT), was found guilty of benefiting from illegaltimah mining activities alongside PT Timah, the state-owned miner. However, Judge Aryanto ruled that Moeis was not involved in decision-making nor aware of the financial aspect of their collaboration.

The judge’s wealth declaration and luxury vehicles have sparked public interest, with some questioning the judge’s lifestyle and lavish spending. While it’s essential to maintain the presumption of innocence until proven guilty, such public scrutiny may add pressure on the judiciary to uphold the highest standards of integrity and impartiality.

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Aid in $300 T Timah Corruption Scandal

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Headline:
Corruption Scandal: Activist Frowns on Court’s Decision, Demands Return of Seized Assets from Helena Lim

Subhead:
Anti-Corruption Activist Disagrees with Court Verdict, Pressures Prosecutors to Appeal

Byline:
Lirang Brata, Jakarta

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In a surprising turn of events, the Masyarakat Anti Korupsi Indonesia (MAKI) has expressed its displeasure with the court’s decision to return seized assets to Helena Lim, a money changer and businesswoman accused of participating in a multi-billion-dollar corruption scheme involving the trade of tin. The activist group is urging prosecutors to appeal the verdict, which it believes is lenient given the magnitude of the alleged crime.

MAKI’s coordinator, Boyamin Saiman, told reporters, "I was let down by the court’s decision to return Helena Lim’s assets. I urge the Attorney General’s Office to file an appeal and insist on the seizure of her wealth to make up for the Rp 300 trillion loss to the state."

In its verdict, the court ruled that Helena Lim must pay a Rp 900 million fine as damages for her role in the corruption case that benefited Harvey Moeis. Boyamin contests this, highlighting the disparity between the damages assigned to each defendant. "It’s confusing, to say the least. Harvey Moeis was initially accused of causing Rp 420 billion in losses, but the damages assigned to him in this latest verdict amount to only Rp 210 billion," he said, questioning where the remaining funds went.

Boyamin maintains that Helena Lim, who has been convicted of corruption and money-laundering, should have her assets seized to compensate for the losses incurred by the state. "Given her involvement in the corruption case and the fact that her wealth is suspected to be the proceeds of her illegal activities, her assets should be seized and forfeited to the state," he stated.

The activistgroup is calling for a fair and just legal process, underscoring the enormous losses suffered by the state due to Helena Lim’s alleged role in the illegal tin trading scheme. "Helena Lim’s conviction should serve as an example, and her assets should be seized to help recover the Rp 27 trillion in damages caused to the state," Boyamin stressed.

Moreover, MAKI has urged the government to continue investigating the case and consider declaring entrepreneur Robert Bonosusatya (RBS) a suspect in connection with the illegal tin trading scandal.

In a separate development, Helena Lim was sentenced to five years in prison for her role in the corruption case. The court also handed down a Rp 750 million fine, subsided by an additional six months of imprisonment, and ordered her to pay Rp 900 million in damages.

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"Seized State Assets: The Plight of Helena Lim and Harvey Moeis"

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Title: Divergent Fates: Helena Lim and Harvey Moeis in Property Seizure Case

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In a significant turn of events, the Jakarta High Court has issued verdicts in the corruption case involving the mismanagement of tin commodities, with two prominent figures, Helena Lim and Harvey Moeis, receiving contrasting sentences.

Helena Lim’s Fate

Freelance money changer and socialite Helena Lim, often dubbed "crazy rich," has been sentenced to five years in prison for her role in the corruption case. The verdict was delivered at the Jakarta Corruption Court on Monday, December 30, 2024. Unlike the prosecution’s earlier demands, the court ruled against personal enrichment, sentencing Helena to a lower penalty. Additionally, she was ordered to pay Rp 900 million in fines, with a deadline of one month after the verdict becomes final.

If Helena fails to pay the fine, her properties will be seized and auctioned to cover the amount. However, if her assets are insufficient, an additional one-year prison term will be imposed.

The court also ruled that Helena’s properties could be seized and auctioned to cover the fine, with the same condition for an additional one-year prison term if the amount is not met.

Furthermore, Helena was fined Rp 750 million, substitute for a six-month prison term. Similar to her other sentences, if she fails to pay the fine, her properties will be seized and auctioned, with the possibility of an additional one-year prison term if her assets are insufficient.

Hakim Perintahkan Aset Helena Lim Dibalikin

In a surprising twist, the court ruled that all assets seized from Helena should be returned to her. The items in question had been seized earlier due to suspicions of involvement in the corruption case. However, the court ruled that none of the seized assets were related to the case at hand and thus should be returned to Helena.

The court also acknowledged Helena’s participation in the 2016 tax amnesty program and the 2022 voluntary wealth disclosure program. The assets declared during these programs are protected by law and cannot be seized.

Harvey Moeis’ Sentence

Meanwhile, entrepreneur Harvey Moeis was sentenced to six and a half years in prison. The court found Harvey guilty of corruption and money laundering, causing Rp 300 trillion in state losses. Harvey was also ordered to pay a fine of Rp 1 billion, substitute for a six-month prison term.

Additionally, Harvey was ordered to pay Rp 210 billion in reparations, failing which his properties would be seized and auctioned. If the amount cannot be covered by the auction, an additional two-year prison term will be imposed.

Seluruh Harta Harvey yang Disita Dirampas Negara

Unlike Helena, Harvey’s fate concerning his seized assets was harsher. The court ruled that all of Harvey’s seized assets should be forfeited to the state. Among the seized assets were townhouses, luxurious bags, precious metals, bank deposits worth Rp 33 billion, and high-end vehicles like a Ferrari and a Mercedes.

The court agreed with the prosecution’s view that these seized assets should be considered as reparations for the state’s losses.

The sentencing of Helena Lim and Harvey Moeis highlights the differing outcomes in such cases, with both defendants facing varying prison terms and financial penalties. As the justice system works its way through these high-profile cases, the public awaits further developments.

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"Billionaire Helena Lim Fined Rp 900,000,000 for Insurance Fraud of Rp 210,000,000"

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Headline: "Crazy Rich Money Changer, Helena Lim, Sentenced to 5 Years for Timor Corruption"

Subhead: "Businesswoman fined Rp 900 million and ordered to forfeit assets in multimillion-dollar corruption case"

In a landmark verdict, controversial ‘crazy rich’ money changer Helena Lim was sentenced to 5 years in prison for her role in a massive corruption case involving the smuggling of timah (tin), worth over Rp 300 trillion. The sentence was handed down by the Corruption Court in Jakarta on Monday, December 30, 2024.

The verdict, read by the panel’s head, Rianto Adam Pontoh, also included a fine of Rp 750 million, subsiding a 6-month prison term. Moreover, Lim was ordered to pay a state restitution of Rp 900 million within one month, with the threat of an additional one-year imprisonment if not complied with.

If her assets are deemed insufficient to cover the restitution, they will be seized and auctioned off, with the potential of adding another year to her prison sentence.

Lim, who operates a notorious money changer business, was accused of accepting and laundering large sums of ‘pengamanan’ (insurance money) from Harvey Moeis, a private smelter entrepreneur, involving CSR funds worth USD 30 million (Rp 420 billion). The money was allegedly channeled through Helena’s PT Quantum Skyline Exchange (PT QSE), with Lim personally pocketing a Rp 900 million commission.

Prosecutors alleged that Lim’s actions caused an astronomical loss of Rp 300 trillion to the state treasury, as per the Audit Board’s report. Lim was also charged with money laundering, alleged to have concealed the true source of the funds through complex financial transactions.

On Thursday, December 5, Lim’s trial concluded, with prosecutors seeking an 8-year prison term and a Rp 1 billion fine, accompanied by a one-year imprisonment alternative. The trial captivated public attention, with dramatic moments, including Lim’s emotional plea.

The 5-year sentence is the most severe punishment delivered so far in the ongoing Timor corruption crackdown. Authorities have vowed to continue pursuing those involved in the massive scandal, which has trembled the country’s mining industry and sparked widespread public outrage.

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"Helena Lim’s headlines: The Curious Case of Today’s Tin Summit"

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Headline:
Wealthy PIK Resident Helena Lim Faces Sentencing for Alleged Corruption in Timah Commodity Trading

Article:

In a case that has captivated the Indonesian public, businesswoman and owner of PT Quantum Skyline Exchange, Helena Lim, is set to face sentencing this Monday, December 30th, over allegations of corruption involving the trading of timah (tin) commodities at PT Timah Tbk between 2015 and 2022.

Helena Lim, known for her lavish lifestyle in the exclusive Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) area of Jakarta, has been accused of playing a significant role in a conspiracy that cost the nation a staggering Rp300,003 trillion. The corruption involved the mismanagement of funds and illegal activities within the mineral trading sector.

Details of the Case:

Helena was initially indicted on charges carrying a potential penalty of eight years imprisonment and a fine of Rp1 billion (subsidiary to one year imprisonment). Additionally, if found guilty, she could be ordered to pay Rp210 billion in compensation to the state within a month of the court’s final ruling. Failure to do so may result in the seizure and auctioning of her assets, with an additional four years of imprisonment if her assets prove insufficient.

The session, which is scheduled to commence at 2:00 PM, is expected to bring a close to a lengthy legal process that has kept Indonesia‘s corruption watchdog, the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), in the spotlight.

Background on Helena Lim and Quantum Skyline Exchange:

Helena Lim, the wealthiest woman in Indonesia’s money exchange scene, has been under scrutiny for several years. Her company, PT Quantum Skyline Exchange, was allegedly used to facilitate money laundering activities related to timah commodity trading. Through this company, Helena was accused of handling padded security deposits collected by Harvey Moeis, representing PT Refined Bangka Tin.

Conclusion:

Monday’s sentencing marks a significant milestone in Indonesia’s ongoing battle against corruption. The court’s decision will have implications not only for Helena Lim but also for the broader business community and the integrity of Indonesia’s mineral trading sector.

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