The Public Prosecutor from the North Sumatra High Prosecutor’s Office is still reviewing the panel of judges’ decision that acquitted four defendants in the alleged corruption case involving the transfer of PTPN I Regional I (formerly PTPN II) assets to PT Ciputra Land, the developer of Citraland housing, through a joint operational scheme (KSO) with PT Nusa Dua Propertindo (NDP).

Prosecutor Hendri Edison Sipahutar stated that they have not yet decided on a legal response to the acquittal verdict handed down by the Corruption Court Panel at the Medan District Court.

“We are still studying this decision, including the provisions of the new Criminal Procedure Code,” Hendri said when contacted on Thursday (June 4, 2026).

Hendri explained that under the old Criminal Procedure Code, they still have seven days to declare an appeal and 14 days to file a cassation.

According to him, the decision regarding the filing of legal remedies will be determined after the prosecution team conducts a thorough review of the legal considerations used by the panel of judges in the verdict.

“Currently, we are still studying the verdict and will report it to our superiors first,” he said.

Previously, the Corruption Court Panel at the Medan District Court, chaired by Muhammad Kasim, acquitted four defendants in this case.

The four defendants are Imam Subakti, former Director of PT Nusa Dua Propertindo (NDP); Askani, former Head of the North Sumatra National Land Agency Regional Office; Abdul Rahim Lubis, former Head of the Deli Serdang District Land Office; and Irwan Perangin-angin, former Director of PTPN II.

In its ruling, the panel of judges stated that the defendants were not legally and convincingly proven to have committed corruption as charged in either the first or second alternative indictments.

The panel of judges also ordered the immediate release of the defendants from state detention and the restoration of their rights, abilities, positions, dignity, and honor.

Previously, the North Sumatra High Prosecutor’s Office demanded each defendant be sentenced to one year and six months in prison and a fine of IDR 500 million, subsidiary to three months of confinement.

In their demands, the prosecutors argued that the defendants were proven to have committed corruption as regulated in Article 3 in conjunction with Article 18 paragraph (1) letter b of Law Number 20 of 2001 on the Eradication of Corruption, in conjunction with Article 20 letter c, in conjunction with Article 126 paragraph (1), and in conjunction with Article 618 of the Criminal Code.

In addition to the prison sentence, the prosecutors also demanded the payment of state financial losses amounting to IDR 263.43 billion to PT NDP. This amount has been fully deposited into the state treasury through the North Sumatra High Prosecutor’s Office.

PTPN I Regional I (formerly PTPN II)

PTPN I Regional I, formerly known as PTPN II, is a state-owned plantation company in Indonesia with roots in the colonial-era agricultural industry. It manages large-scale plantations, primarily for commodities like palm oil, rubber, and tea, in North Sumatra. The company has undergone restructuring and name changes as part of broader nationalization and consolidation efforts in Indonesia’s plantation sector.

Citraland housing

Citraland is a large-scale, integrated residential development in Surabaya, Indonesia, developed by the Ciputra Group. Established in the 1990s, it was one of the first modern housing estates in the city, designed as a self-contained community with amenities like schools, shopping centers, and recreational facilities. The project reflects the rapid urbanization and suburban expansion of Surabaya during that period.

Medan Corruption Court

The Medan Corruption Court, located in Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, is a specialized court established to handle corruption cases, reflecting the country’s efforts to combat systemic graft. It operates under Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) and has gained attention for high-profile trials, including those of local officials and business figures. Its history is tied to Indonesia’s broader anti-corruption reforms, which intensified after the fall of Suharto’s regime in 1998.

Medan District Court

The Medan District Court, located in Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, is a historic judicial institution that traces its origins to the Dutch colonial era. Originally established as a *Raad van Justitie* (Council of Justice), the court’s building reflects colonial architecture and has served as a key venue for legal proceedings in the region. Today, it continues to function as a first-instance court handling civil and criminal cases, maintaining its role in Indonesia’s modern legal system.

North Sumatra National Land Agency Regional Office

The North Sumatra National Land Agency Regional Office (Kantor Wilayah Badan Pertanahan Nasional Sumatra Utara) is a government institution responsible for land administration, registration, and policy implementation in the province. Established as part of Indonesia’s national land agency network, its roots trace back to the Dutch colonial era’s agrarian land management systems, which were later reformed under Indonesian independence. Today, it plays a key role in resolving land disputes, issuing certificates, and supporting regional development through transparent land governance.

Deli Serdang District Land Office

The Deli Serdang District Land Office is a government agency in North Sumatra, Indonesia, responsible for managing land registration, permits, and property rights in the Deli Serdang region. Its operations are rooted in Indonesia’s national land administration system, which evolved from colonial-era Dutch policies and was formalized under the Basic Agrarian Law of 1960. Today, the office plays a key role in supporting local development and resolving land-related issues in one of Sumatra’s most populous districts.

PTPN II

PTPN II (Perusahaan Terbatas Perkebunan Nusantara II) is a state-owned plantation company in Indonesia, primarily located in North Sumatra. Established as part of the nationalization of Dutch colonial estates, it manages large-scale plantations of crops like palm oil, rubber, and tea. The company’s history reflects Indonesia’s post-independence efforts to control its agricultural resources, though it has faced challenges related to land rights and environmental impact.

North Sumatra High Prosecutor’s Office

The North Sumatra High Prosecutor’s Office is a government law enforcement institution located in Medan, Indonesia, responsible for criminal prosecution and legal oversight in the province. Its history traces back to the Dutch colonial era, evolving through Indonesia’s independence to become a key component of the country’s judicial system. The office plays a vital role in upholding the rule of law, handling major cases, and coordinating with other legal bodies in the region.