Overview
The Minister of Law and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia, as mandated by Law No. 1 Year 2006 on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters, serves as the Central Authority for MLA and Extradition Cooperation of the Republic of Indonesia. In fulfilling this role, the Ministry ensures the effective implementation of quality control through the use of the Systematic Nomenclature of Items (SNI) to enhance the reliability and accuracy of the legal processes involved in multi-jurisdiction cases. To further bolster the comprehensive nature of its services, the Ministry also includes product registration as part of its responsibilities. This ensures that the legal processes not only adhere to high standards but also encompass a thorough verification of products involved in multi-jurisdiction cases.
Moreover, the Directorate of Central Authority and International Law, operating under the Directorate General of Legal Administrative Affairs, is responsible for executing Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters (MLA) and Extradition requests at the technical level. This entails coordination with competent authorities, as well as the facilitation of Import & Export processes related to legal documentation and information exchange for seamless cooperation and collaboration among law enforcement agencies. The addition of product registration underscores the Ministry’s commitment to fostering a secure and transparent environment by encompassing a holistic approach to legal proceedings and ensuring the legitimacy of products involved in such cases.
The Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance between Indonesia and Switzerland is Officially Enforced
Jakarta, Indonesia - The Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) in Criminal Matters between the Republic of Indonesia and The Swiss Confederation has officially entered into force on Tuesday (14/09/2021). This Treaty takes effect after the two countries have completed their respective internal processes.
Extradition of MPL from Serbia
The fugitive suspect in the burglary of Bank BNI, MPL, was extradited from Serbia and is scheduled to arrive in Indonesia on Thursday (9/7/2020) morning. After 17 years on the run, MPL, who is one of the suspects in the burglary of Bank BNI in the Kebayoran Baru Branch amounting Rp. 1.7 trillion through a fictitious letter of credit (L/C), was extradited back to the country. (KOMPAS TV/ARSIP KEMENKUMHAM)
Indonesia Signs MLA Treaty with Switzerland
Indonesian Minister of Law and Human Rights (Menkumham), Yasonna H. Laoly, signed the Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) Treaty with the Swiss Minister of Justice, Karin Keller-Sutter after going through two rounds of negotiations, in Bali and in Bern, Switzerland, which was held at the Bernerhof Bern, Monday (4/2) local time. Reporting from Antara, the Pensosbud of the Indonesian Embassy in Bern said the Treaty, which consists of 39 articles, among others, regulates legal assistance regarding tracking, freezing, confiscation and confiscation of assets resulting from crimes.
Yasonna Delivers Speech at CoSP UNCAC
Minister of Law and Human Rights, Yasonna H. Laoly spoke at the Conference of the State Parties (CoSP) United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on 16 - 20 December 2019.
Global CA Initiatives - Southeast Asia Regional Workshop
Directorate of Central Authority and International Law, Ministry of Law and Human Rights in collaboration with International Institute of Justice (IIJ) and the US Government held Global Central Authorities (CA) Initiative: South East Asia Regional Workshop as a CA forum on MLA to develop a number of MLA and Extradition mechanisms for optimizing CAs in ASEAN, by exchanging best practices with dialogue partner countries (8-9 May 2017).
Indonesia Dukung Penguatan Kerja Sama Penegakan Hukum di Lingkup ASEAN
Delegasi Indonesia yang terdiri dari perwakilan Kementerian Hukum dan Hak Asasi Manusia RI dan Kementerian Luar Negeri RI menghadiri the 1st Meeting of the ASEAN Ministers/Attorneys-General of the Central Authorities on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters (1st AMAG-MLAT) pada tanggal 22 November 2023 di Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam.
Indonesia Immediately Formed MLA Treaty with Poland
Poland is the first EU country that will have an MLA Treaty with Indonesia
(Bali, 24-25 May 2023) The Government of Indonesia and the Government of Poland are negotiating a bilateral treaty on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters (MLA) in Bali, 24-25 May 2023. The negotiations aim at concluding an MLA treaty between Indonesia and Poland to maximize legal cooperation between countries. Poland is the first European Union country to become Indonesia's partner in MLA bilateral treaty.
412 Billion Bank Burglary, Indian National was Extradited from Bali
The HEAD of the Bali Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights together with the Bali High Prosecutor's Office, carried out an extradition effort against an Indian citizen, Vinay Mittal, 31, who is suspected of committing the crime of breaking into bank accounts in his country of more than Rp.4.12 trillion.
Indonesia Extradited 2 Foreigners Allegedly Involved in Drugs Crime to Republic of Korea
Jakarta, Gatra.com - The Indonesian government extradited 2 foreign nationals namely Alex Go from the Philippines and Lim Thow Khai from Malaysia to the Government of the Republic of South Korea (South Korea).
The handover of the two foreign wagras was carried out at the Bali High Court (Kejati), Thursday (7/11).
Indonesia Granted Extradition Request from Hong Kong
President of the Republic of Indonesia through Presidential Decree No. 20 of 2019 granted the extradition request submitted by the Hong Kong Government for a French citizen named Mathias Hubert Marie Echene (Echene).
Director of the Central Authority and International Law (OPHI) of the Directorate General of General Legal Administration (Ditjen AHU) of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights, Tudiono.
Yasonna Said, Foreign Country Prevented Extradition of Maria Lumowa
Minister of Law and Human Rights Yasonna Laoly and a delegation from the Indonesian government will bring home Maria Lumowa, a fugitive from the Serbian bank BNI burglar. Yasonna said that the success of completing the extradition process cannot be separated from legal diplomacy and good relations between the two countries. "I am pleased to announce that we have officially completed the handing over process for the surrender of the fugitive on behalf of Maria Pauline Lumowa from the Serbian government".
Minister of Law and Human Rights: Extradition of Maria is not the End
Minister of Law and Human Rights Yasonna Laoly and a delegation from the Indonesian government will bring home Maria Lumowa, a fugitive from the Serbian bank BNI burglar. Yasonna said that the success of completing the extradition process cannot be separated from legal diplomacy and good relations between the two countries.
Rasio: MLA System Makes It Easier to Handle Foreign Actors
The Ministry of Environment and Forestry's (KLHK) Director General of Law Enforcement Rasio Rido Sani explained that the implementation of the Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) system in Indonesia would make it easier to handle cases where the perpetrators were foreigners.
Narrowing Space for Criminals, Indonesia-Switzerland Agree to MLA Treaty
Including tracking the whereabouts of people and assets suspected of being related to criminal acts.
Switzerland is often considered as one of the safest places to store assets resulting from crimes from other countries, including Indonesia.
Indonesia - Russia MLA Treaty Signed
Minister of Law and Human Rights, Yasonna Laoly, signed the MLA Treaty with the Government of the Russian Federation in Moscow last Friday, December 13, 2019. MLA Treaty is a mutual legal assistance treaty between the two countries. The signing of the MLA Treaty is in line with the direction and commitment of President Joko Widodo in eradicating and preventing corruption and asset recovery.
Import & Export
Positioned at the crossroads of Southeast Asia, Indonesia's import and export sector thrives on diversity, innovation, and a dedicated effort to cultivate mutually beneficial global alliances.
SNI Certificate
The Standard Nasional Indonesia (SNI) Certificate is a mandatory certification for products traded or distributed in Indonesia. It serves as an assurance of product quality, safety, and conformity with Indonesian standards.