The Criminal Code and Freedom of Religion

What needs to be emphasized in going forward is to ensure that the implementation of the norm in the new Criminal Code, especially those related to religious issues, is not used as a political tool for majoritarianism.

At the end of 2022, the government and the House of Representatives (DPR) succeeded in finishing the deliberations and passing of the Criminal Code Draft into law through a winding process.

Many welcomed the birth of a new Criminal Code (KUHP) to replace the Dutch colonial-made Criminal Code because it was considered an achievement of the nation. However, many gave oblique comments regarding a number of issues.