Death Penalty for Corruptors: Solution or Setback for the Indonesian Justice System?

Instead of focusing on the death penalty, Indonesia should focus on strengthening the legal system and improving state institutions that function to combat corruption, such as the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), the Prosecutor's Office, and the Corruption Crimes Court. Anti-corruption education, transparency in state budget management, and community empowerment to monitor and report corrupt practices must also be part of a more comprehensive effort.

In addition, Indonesia needs to develop a more efficient legal mechanism that ensures that perpetrators of corruption are punished quickly and fairly. The recovery of state losses and the provision of proportionate punishment for the damage that has been caused will be more effective than simply punishing with the death penalty, which is only symbolic.

The Important point 

The death penalty for corruptors is indeed seen as an instant solution to eradicate corruption, but its application in the context of the Indonesian justice system can actually bring setbacks. Fair law enforcement, transparency in the judicial process, and structural reforms are more rational and effective measures in eradicating corruption. Choosing to grant the death penalty without improving the underlying legal system will only exacerbate injustice and weaken the public's sense of trust in the state. Therefore, Indonesia must focus on a more systematic approach, not just reactive to the social turmoil caused by corruption.