Criminal law observer from Bhayangkara University, Dr. Edi Saputra Hasibuan, stated that investigations into criminal cases related to forest and land fires in various regions of Indonesia should not stop at individuals.
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"We see the National Police being very firm in taking action against forest and land fire perpetrators. Law enforcement must be carried out professionally and must not stop at individual perpetrators," Edi said.
the Indonesian National Police had handled 219 forest and land fire cases across 12 regional police stations and named 162 individuals as suspects. Meanwhile, 95 corporations are still under investigation and prosecution for alleged involvement in forest and land fires.
Edi, who is also the General Chair of the Indonesian Association of Law and Criminology Lecturers, emphasized that allegations of corporate involvement must be investigated based on valid evidence. If proven to have committed a violation, the corporation must be held accountable according to the law.
"If a corporation is proven to have violated the law, they should not be shown mercy. Sanctions must be strict, including revocation of permits if they legally meet the requirements," he stressed.
In addition to criminal sanctions, environmental law also recognizes administrative sanctions, including freezing or revoking permits in accordance with statutory provisions.
"The principle is clear: anyone proven to have violated the law must be held accountable. Law enforcement against forest and land fires must have a deterrent effect while ensuring the protection of the environment and communities," he said.
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