Christmas Remissions Granted to 15,807 Inmates and Children in Conflict with the Law
The Ministry of Immigration and Corrections has granted special remissions to 15,807 inmates across Indonesia in celebration of Christmas 2024, reported ANTARA news agency.
Eligibility Criteria for Remissions
Minister Agus Andrianto noted in a statement on Wednesday that of the 15,807 inmates, 15,691 received sentence reductions, while 116 others were declared free immediately. The government also provided remissions to children in conflict with the law, comprising 166 children who received sentence reductions and three declared free immediately. The remissions were granted as a reward for inmates and children in conflict with the law who have shown good behavior, complied with rules, actively participated in correctional programmes, and demonstrated reduced risks.
Regional Breakdown of Remissions
North Sumatra led the provinces with 3,196 inmates receiving special Christmas remissions, while East Nusa Tenggara and Papua followed with 1,894 and 1,447 inmates, respectively. North Sumatra and West Papua each reported 23 juvenile offenders receiving remissions, the highest number among all provinces.
Legal Framework for Remissions
The remissions were granted in line with various regulations, including Law Number 22 of 2022 on Corrections, Government Regulation Number 32 of 1999 and its amendments, and Presidential Decree Number 174 of 1999 regarding Remissions.
Minister’s Message
The minister congratulated inmates and children in conflict with the law who celebrate Christmas and recipients of remissions, encouraging them to stay productive and improve themselves. He also praised all correctional officers for their contributions to inmate rehabilitation.
Potential State Budget Savings
The Christmas remissions given to 15,976 inmates and children in conflict with the law could result in state budget savings of Rp8.19 billion (around US$506,319).
Background Statistics
As of December 16, the number of inmates and children in conflict with the law in Indonesia reached 274,166, of which 19,968 were Christians.
Conclusion
The Christmas remissions granted to 15,807 inmates and children in conflict with the law reflect the government’s commitment to rehabilitation and reintegration. The minister’s message of hope and encouragement to the inmates and children in conflict with the law is a positive step towards a more productive and harmonious society.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who were the beneficiaries of the Christmas remissions?
A: 15,807 inmates and children in conflict with the law across Indonesia
Q: How many inmates received sentence reductions and how many were declared free immediately?
A: 15,691 inmates received sentence reductions, while 116 were declared free immediately
Q: Which provinces had the highest number of inmates receiving Christmas remissions?
A: North Sumatra, East Nusa Tenggara, and Papua
Q: What were the legal frameworks for the remissions?
A: Law Number 22 of 2022 on Corrections, Government Regulation Number 32 of 1999 and its amendments, and Presidential Decree Number 174 of 1999 regarding Remissions.