Highlighted By The Decision Of The Age Limit For Candidates For Regional Heads, The Chairperson Of The Supreme Court Emphasized The Transparent-Acntabel Court

Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Muhammad Syarifuddin attended the graduation of the head of the Pontianak High Court, Muefri, at the West Kalimantan Governor's Hall, Monday (3/6/2024) (ANTARA/HO-Lia Apriyani)

PONTIANAK - Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Muhammad Syarifuddin emphasized to all levels of the High Court and the District Court in West Kalimantan to realize transparent and accountable court governance as a key element in a fair and functioning justice system.

"In the context of law, transparency and accountability are not only important to ensure justice for individuals involved in the judicial process, but also to maintain public trust in the judiciary," said Muhammad Syarifudin while attending the graduation of the head of the Pontianak High Court, Muefri, at the West Kalimantan Governor's Hall, Pontianak, reported by ANTARA, Monday, June 3.

According to him, by making transparency in the court process, it helps the public understand how the courts work and the decisions taken. When the public can see that the judicial process is running fairly and openly, trust in the legal system increases.

Accountability also ensures that judges and court officials are responsible for their actions and decisions, which also strengthen public trust.

Muhammad Syarifuddin conveyed a message about the cycle of human life in dimensions of space and time.

"There is a time when we meet, there are times when we separate. When we are inaugurated to hold a new position, we enter a new space with great responsibility and leaving office is not the end of our contribution, but a transition to a new life. This is the right time to reflect on the journey that has been passed and prepare for the future," he said.

He said that the graduation was also an expression of gratitude for the service of Muefri to the nation and state. More than that, this event is also a form of gratitude for the health of the soul and body that is maintained throughout his tenure.

He also added that the graduation process was an important moment that marked Muefri's success in carrying out his duties so far.

"I congratulate Mr. Muefri for his full service and thank you for his service. This Graduation is an expression of gratitude for his dedication to the nation and state, as well as a form of gratitude for the health of his soul and body while carrying out his duties," said Syarifuddin.

Muhammad Syarifudin also said, over the years, Muefri has devoted himself to upholding justice. He has gone through various tests and challenges, moving from one city to another, and undergoing various mental struggles that drain energy.

"His dedication in considering every decision that has an impact on many people shows how heavy trust and responsibility are in carrying out his duties," said Syarifuddin.

On the other hand, three judges of the Supreme Court (MA) who decided regarding the minimum age limit for regional head candidates were reported by the Democracy and Constitutional Awareness Movement (Gradasi) to the Judicial Commission (KY). The Supreme Court's decision is in the spotlight.

"Our goal to KY is to report the three judges who yesterday made very odd decisions and injured the public, namely Yodi Martono Wahyunadi, Yulius, and Bright Bangun," said Director of Gradation, Abdul Hakim, quoted by ANTARA, Monday, June 3.

He mentioned three reasons for his party submitting a report to KY. The first reason is that according to them, the examination process by the Supreme Court was carried out in a very short time and seemed rushed.

"The examination time until the decision was only three days. We suspect this seems rushed. In general, if we look at the testing study at the Supreme Court, according to the PSHK study, the decision will take about 6 months and/or 50 months. What's wrong so fast? We should be suspicious," he said.

The second reason, his party assessed that the decision seemed prioritized. "If we are the ones testing in the field, usually the practice is old. (The decision) is like a priority. Our question is, why is it prioritized? For whom?" he said.

The last reason is that according to them, the decision is problematic because the minimum age limit for regional heads is set when they become candidates, not since they were sworn in.

The Gradation Coordinator, Zainul Arifin, said that they demanded that KY summon the three Supreme Court judges for questioning.

"We hope that KY will be open to the public to process public complaints according to the authority of KY," he said.