JUDICIAL CONSIDERATIONS IN CORRUPTION CASES INVOLVING LAND USE RIGHTS IN INDONESIA: AN ANALYSIS OF SUPREME COURT DECISION NO. 157 PK/PID.SUS/2018

Abstract

This study examines the judicial considerations in corruption cases involving land use rights in Indonesia, focusing on Supreme Court Decision No. 157 PK/Pid.Sus/2018. Utilizing a normative juridical and empirical approach, the research analyzes the legal aspects of land use rights and the protection of land rights holders. The case highlights the legal challenges arising from the issuance of land use rights certificates without proper government release, emphasizing the importance of legal compliance and accountability. The Supreme Court's decision to reject the review petition underscores the defendant's culpability in causing financial harm to the state through unlawful actions. This analysis contributes to the discourse on land law and anti-corruption efforts, highlighting the need for comprehensive legal reforms to enhance transparency and accountability in land transactions.