Indonesia's New Penal Code Ends Colonial Era and Introduces Public Oversight
Originally Published 9 days ago — by PBS
Indonesia has begun enforcing its new penal code, replacing the colonial-era law with a modern system that criminalizes sex outside marriage, insults to state leaders, and expands blasphemy laws, marking a significant shift towards a more humane and culturally rooted legal framework, though some provisions raise concerns over civil liberties and enforcement.