Man Planning to Write Book on Jokowi's Genuine Credentials Still Required to Report to Metro Police
Jakarta — Rismon Sianipar, the suspect in a case alleging forged credentials for the 7th President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo (Jokowi), plans to return to his hometown in North Sumatra after meeting with Jokowi in Solo, Central Java.
He intends to write a book regarding his latest findings, which assert that Jokowi’s diploma is authentic. He will compose the book in his hometown, away from the hustle and bustle of Jakarta.
Nevertheless, Rismon remains obligated to comply with reporting requirements as long as his suspect status has not been withdrawn.
“If the individual concerned coordinates to provide specific reasons, the investigator will certainly provide allowances based on humanitarian grounds,” explained Budi when met in North Jakarta on Friday (13/3/2026).
Should Rismon plan to leave the jurisdiction of the Metro Jaya Police during his suspect status, he can still submit reports through alternative means.
However, this must be accompanied by compelling reasons so that he is permitted not to report in person to the Metro Jaya Police Headquarters.
“He can send a written notification and confirmation letter to the investigator, or communicate via telephone or WhatsApp with clear evidence that can be legally accounted for, demonstrating that there are specific reasons,” said Budi.
Previously, Rismon had submitted a request for restorative justice to the investigator regarding Jokowi’s alleged forged credentials case.
According to his research findings, he is convinced of the authenticity of Jokowi’s diploma.
Therefore, he intends to write a book to substantiate his claim. However, he does not wish to compose the book in Jakarta.
“I am requesting permission to complete it in my hometown, in Balige, because Jakarta is too congested and traffic-heavy. I do not have much time, and it is too hot,” said Rismon after meeting with Vice President (VP) Gibran Rakabuming at the Vice Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Friday (13/3/2026).
According to Jahmada, they are concerned that Rismon could face penalties or even detention if he fails to comply with reporting requirements whilst away from the city.
“How long will the reporting requirement last? We also do not know. That is why we are requesting certainty. Because this is approaching the Lebaran holiday, so if Rismon wants to return to his hometown in Balige and it turns out the reporting requirement is not fulfilled, we are afraid he will face legal consequences,” explained Jahmada.