Our criminal lawyers in Indonesia offer personalized solutions for local and international clients in need of defence in court. We can assist in the defence and prosecution of those who have been charged with a crime and we can represent both natural and legal persons. Read below to find out more about how our lawyers in Indonesia can help you.
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Services offered by our criminal defence lawyers
Our team has extensive experience in criminal law and in representing different types of clients. We defend the rights of victims or those charged with a crime in Indonesia. We also specialize in criminal appeals and are able to assist nationals and foreigners alike.
The services offered by a team of criminal lawyers in Indonesia, such as our experts, are valuable throughout all the prosecution phases. We offer legal representation and assistance in regular and complex cases involving the following:
- disturbance to public order and peace;
- committing violence against persons or goods;
- use of counterfeit diplomas;
- performing works without a permit or exceeding authority;
- obstruction of justice;
- acts that endanger life or health;
- forgery and counterfeiting, using false information in authentic deeds;
- crimes of decency;
- defamation;
- crimes against life and against the body (murder, assault, rape);
- crimes that result in death or injury because of negligence.
Penalties under law include: imprisonment, fines, and/or additional ones such as property forfeiture. Our lawyers in Indonesia can give you more details.
Understanding the provisions of the Penal Code and the applicable penalties is of importance, especially in Indonesia, which maintains capital punishment for the most serious types of crimes.
The Code also includes provisions on the criminal sentence and measures for corporations.
The Indonesian Penal Code
The Indonesian Penal Code is a complex one and will be subject to revisions, in a transition from an older one. Foreigners who are interested in immigration to Indonesia and those who are simply traveling to popular tourist spots, such as Bali, are subject to Indonesian laws.
The Penal Code makes distinctions between crime preparation, attempt at committing a crime, and participating in a crime. Working with a lawyer is essential if you are accused of any of these acts, as their prosecution is subject to different articles of the code.
Crime statistics in Indonesia
The Indonesian Statistical Institute publishes annual data on criminal facts in the country. Our criminal lawyers in Indonesia highlight the most recent data made available by the authorities for the year 2023:
- The total number of recorded crimes for the year was 584,991. This is an increase compared with the previous year when the total number of incidents was 372,965;
- Crimes against property (especially violent theft) increased to 6,573 in 2023, compared to 4,335 in 2022. Based on Police figures, the North Sumatra Regional Police recorded most of these crimes (1,050 incidents);
- According to data, the three most significant physical crimes were assault, gang rape, and domestic violence. Mob violence also increased in 2023, with 16,441 incidents.
If you were a victim of these types of crimes or require legal representation as a defendant, our team can help you. In addition to these types of legal services, if you are an investor interested in company formation in Indonesia, we can offer dedicated assistance.
Our lawyers and experts in company incorporation in Indonesia can assist you in a wide range of matters. Contact us for more information about our solutions for individuals and companies.