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Criminal Defense

Aggressive, Strategic Defense When It Matters Most

Protecting your rights, liberty, and reputation against criminal charges with experienced, relentless legal advocacy from arrest through acquittal.

Scope of Practice

What We Handle in Criminal Defense

Our Criminal Defense practice covers the full spectrum of legal matters in this area — from straightforward consultations to the most complex, high-stakes proceedings.

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White Collar & Financial Crime

Defending individuals and executives against fraud, corruption (KPK investigations), money laundering, tax evasion, and securities violations.

02

Corporate Criminal Liability

Representing companies and directors facing corporate criminal charges, including environmental crimes, labor violations, and product liability prosecutions.

03

Drug-Related Offenses

Providing robust defense against narcotics charges under Indonesia's strict drug laws (UU 35/2009), challenging evidence, chain of custody, and procedural compliance.

04

Cybercrime Defense

Defending clients against charges under the ITE Law (UU 11/2008), including defamation, unauthorized access, data theft, and electronic fraud.

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Pre-Arrest Representation

Intervening at the investigation stage to challenge witness statements, police procedures, and prosecutorial evidence before charges are formally filed.

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Appeals & Post-Conviction Relief

Filing appeals to the High Court and Supreme Court, and pursuing extraordinary remedies including judicial review (peninjauan kembali) for unjust convictions.

Methodology

Our Approach to Criminal Defense

We don't apply generic legal templates. Every engagement follows our proven three-phase methodology — adapted to the specific facts and objectives of your matter.

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Immediate Case Assessment

We conduct an urgent review of police reports, witness statements, and prosecution evidence to identify procedural errors, rights violations, and weaknesses in the case against you.

02

Evidence & Rights Challenge

Our attorneys aggressively challenge illegally obtained evidence, coerced confessions, and due process violations — filing motions to suppress and exclude prejudicial material.

03

Trial-Ready Strategy

We prepare every case as if it will go to trial — building a compelling defense narrative, preparing witnesses, and anticipating prosecution tactics to deliver the strongest possible defense.

Track Record

Recent Criminal Defense Results

Our results speak for themselves. The following cases represent recent outcomes — details are anonymized to protect client confidentiality.

Full Acquittal

Corruption Charges Dismissed

Achieved full acquittal for a regional government official charged with gratification (UU KPK) by demonstrating procedural violations in the KPK investigation and inadmissibility of key evidence.

70% Reduction

Fraud Sentence Reduced 70%

Represented a financial director in a banking fraud case, successfully arguing mitigating factors and cooperation with authorities to reduce a 10-year indictment to a 3-year suspended sentence.

Charges Dropped

ITE Defamation Case Dropped

Defended a journalist charged under the ITE Law for online reporting, securing case dismissal by establishing press freedom protections and lack of criminal intent.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Each legal matter is unique and depends on its specific facts and applicable law.

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Criminal Defense Specialists

Attorneys Who Will Handle Your Matter

Your case will be led by attorneys who have dedicated years to mastering Criminal Defense under Indonesian law — not generalists handling unfamiliar territory.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Our attorneys are available for a free, no-obligation consultation to address your specific situation.

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What should I do if I am arrested in Indonesia?

Stay calm and do not answer questions without a lawyer present. You have the right to remain silent and the right to legal counsel. Contact Heck Spector immediately — we are available 24/7 for emergencies.

How long can police detain me without charges?

Indonesian law allows initial detention for 1 × 24 hours (extendable to 2 × 24 hours). After that, the prosecutor may issue a further detention order. You must be charged or released.

Can I get bail in Indonesia?

Indonesia does not have a traditional bail system. However, a suspect or defendant can apply for temporary release (penangguhan penahanan) with monetary or personal guarantees.

What is the KPK and how does it operate?

The KPK (Corruption Eradication Commission) is Indonesia's independent anti-corruption authority with broad investigative and prosecutorial powers. KPK investigations require specialized defense strategy.

Should I cooperate with investigators?

You should always consult your attorney before making any statement. Cooperation can sometimes benefit your case, but every situation is different — unguided statements frequently worsen outcomes.

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Your first consultation is free, confidential, and without obligation. We'll assess your situation honestly and recommend the best path forward — whether that's our firm or another option.

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