This article delves into the dynamics surrounding the legislative process of KUHAP (Indonesian Criminal Procedure Code) from 1979 to 1981, marked by the clash between rights-based and authoritarian ideologies. It offers a comprehensive account and analysis of this debate, highlighting its enduring relevance and potential implications for future reforms, despite occurring over four decades ago.
This article is scheduled to be published in the Asian Journal of Comparative Law (issue 20.1, April 2025). However, with the publisher’s permission, this pre-print version is made available on my personal website in advance. I hope this publication will benefit readers in understanding the true nature of the Indonesian criminal justice system.
Aristo Marisi Adiputra Pangaribuan 