Expert: Law Enforcement Must Be Free from Political Party Influence

The importance of keeping law enforcement free from political party influence is once again a topic of discussion in Indonesia. Last week, Ahmad Sofian, the Secretary General of the Association of Criminal Law and Criminology Teachers, emphasized the need for law enforcement to remain neutral in response to statements made by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. Sofian noted that political parties should not influence the work of law enforcement, especially regarding cases involving political opponents. “President Prabowo’s statements should be the foundation for both law enforcement agencies and political parties. The key is professionalism and neutrality,” Sofian stated. President Prabowo has urged law enforcement to adhere to the rule of law and avoid using the law as a tool against political rivals…