Draft Bill on Advocate Profession

OVERVIEW

When Law No. 18 of 2003 on Advocates (“Law”) came into force on 5 April 2003, advocates received the authority of law enforcement officers.[1] As a result, the profession became parallel with state attorneys, police, and judges. It was this stipulation that made the profession recognized as “officium nobile”. The Law also allowed Pengacara Praktek (practicing lawyer) to practice as Advokat.[2]

Moreover, the Law reorganized how advocates prepare for the profession, from the mandatory preparation course, internship program, to the appointment process, including the oversight process.