By: Firza Ahmad) *
Rizieq Shihab is in prison because of several cases that have involved him. Law enforcement against the former FPI commander was deemed appropriate, because he was proven to have violated regulations, ranging from health protocols to inciting the masses. He must be accountable for his actions and not be defended by society.
Rizieq Shihab’s detention for 6 years made his supporters even more emotional. Some even surrendered to the police station and wanted to change positions, so that they could be arrested. In addition, ex FPI members are trying to win over the public by playing dramas again. They act as if they are victims of the government’s assertiveness.
Even though Rizieq Shihab is clearly guilty because he has repeatedly violated the rules and troubled the public. So that the punishment that is obtained is considered worthy of his actions. Even though he is a preacher, that does not mean he is above the law. Because Indonesia is a country of law and does not discriminate against whoever is guilty.
Indriyanto Seno Adji, Professor of Criminal Law at Krisnadwipayana University stated that Rizieq Shihab’s detention was appropriate. The article that ensnares the man is also in accordance with the case he has experienced. Namely article 160 of the Criminal Code concerning incitement, article 216 concerning fighting officers, and article 93 of Law no. 6/208 on the health quarantine law.
Rizieq was caught in the sedition article because it was proven that he repeatedly made hate speeches against the government and influenced the public to be hostile towards him as well. In addition, he and FPI forced to replace Pancasila with a caliphate system. In fact, he was also caught supporting ISIS in one of his speeches, so that he could be categorized as a radical separatist.
Meanwhile, Article 216 of the Criminal Code describes the punishment for someone who opposes the officer. Rizieq repeatedly failed to call the Polda Metro Jaya, even though at that time he was only a witness. Even FPI members at that time were also on guard in front of his house alley. Because he did not come immediately, according to the law, he was promoted to the status of a suspect.
Meanwhile, the one that caught Rizieq the most was the crowd case, because he violated physical distancing, by holding a wedding party which was attended by 10,000 people. Several times, his lectures also invited the masses. Inviting a crowd during a pandemic is very dangerous, the proof is that 80 people have contracted the corona after attending Rizieq’s event.
The quarantine article also ensnares Rizieq, because he refuses to self-isolate and insists on not wanting to have another swab test. Even after arriving from abroad, each person must be quarantined for a minimum of 14 days. This regulation is enforced so that everyone, including himself, is safe from corona. The reason is that more and more OTGs are contracting while on the road.
If he has violated many articles, why should he be defended? Because he is already dangerous for many people who contract the corona. If someone has been infected with the Covid-19 virus, especially if they have a comorbid status or have a congenital disease, it will be difficult to recover. Even lost their lives. This case cannot be underestimated, because it involves the lives of others.
Moreover, the police have kept their promise to be fair and uphold humanitarian principles. The proof is that when he was examined in front of investigators, Rizieq was given a proper diet, the same as that consumed by the police. He was also given the opportunity to worship in a clean place. It would be a big mistake to accuse the government and the authorities of violating human rights.
The detention of Rizeq Shihab should not be exaggerated, let alone be seen as criminalizing scholars. Because he was proven to have violated health protocols (physical distancing), incited, and refused calls from Polda Metro Jaya. Let him stay in jail for 6 years to account for his actions.
) * The author is a citizen living in Bogor
