Supreme Court

Supreme Court

From Forum Keadilan

University students and intellectuals often voice their
concern about the inconsistent implementation of law in this
country. They feel that the Supreme Court does not function as it
is supposed to.

The Supreme Court, in a lawful state, constitutes the pillar
of justice. Therefore, the existence and freedom of this body is
guaranteed by the 1945 Constitution.

The decision of the Supreme Court in favor of the claim made
by 34 citizens in the Kedungombo case shows that justice can
still be enjoyed by seekers of equity. This demonstrates that the
Supreme Court, as a judicial control organ, is independent of the
power of other bodies, and places itself on equal footing with
the executive power.

It is true that in reality the 1945 Constitution gives the
government strong powers. But, being a logical consequence of a
lawful country, that power is limited. The decision of the
Supreme Court strengthens society's confidence in the government.
As the highest judicial body, the Supreme Court's independence is
conducive to the realization of justice and welfare for all
people.

IWAN SATRIAWAN

Yogyakarta