Regarding Victim Crime Recovery, Attorney General: At Most, Only 10 Percent is Returned

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Attorney General ST Burhanuddin emphasized the still minimal recovery of property or assets returned to victims during the execution of court rulings.

This is particularly relevant for recovering losses incurred by victims of crimes involving multiple parties.

"Because the property, money, and other assets that can be salvaged from a case where the number of victims is large, at most we receive only 10 percent of the crimes committed," said Burhanuddin at the Closing of the National Law Seminar of the Indonesian Christian Intelligence Association (PIKI) in Jakarta on Wednesday (20/10/2026).

He explained that the main obstacle to optimizing the restitution of losses stems from the handling of cases from the early stages to the seizure of assets received by his institution from investigators.

This situation creates challenges for law enforcement in executing rulings effectively to fulfill the victims' rights.

"But the issue is hampered by the assets that we receive from investigators and can prove in court," he stated.

He cited a specific challenge, such as in the handling of the Jiwasraya insurance case.

When the prosecution seizes assets like buildings, the auction process is often hindered by issues relating to pricing burdens.

"We seize the building. However, when it comes time to auction, there are pricing liabilities. This makes it difficult for us to take possession," he revealed.

Nevertheless, the Attorney General asserted that his institution is committed to restoring victims' rights fairly and equitably.

He noted that this desire often does not align with the reality and complexities on the ground.

"Our intentions are one way, but the facts are another. This can sometimes be difficult," he explained.

To address these various obstacles, the Attorney General believes that law enforcement and the restoration of victims' rights cannot be resolved solely by the prosecution but requires synergistic support from various parties, including the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK), curators, and active public participation.

"The public can also assist us in this matter. Perhaps the community knows where these assets are, which could be informed to us so that we can act and collect them," he encouraged.