Jakarta, Jan. 6 -- Law Minister Supratman Andi Agtas emphasized that restorative justice does not apply to cases ranging from corruption to sexual violence.

"Restorative justice does not apply to crimes such as corruption, terrorism, serious human rights violations, and money laundering, including sexual violence," Agtas said at a press conference in Jakarta on Monday (Jan. 5).

He was referring to Law Number 20 of 2025 concerning the Criminal Procedure Code.

On the same occasion, Dhahana Putra, Director General of Legislation, reiterated that the restorative justice mechanism does not apply to the crimes mentioned by the minister.

"There are limitations. Not all crimes can be resolved through restorative justice," Putra said.

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