Ketahui Tahapan Sengketa Pemilu 2019

Summary

The video discusses the completion of Indonesia's 2019 election results and the subsequent preparations by the KPU (General Elections Commission) to address potential disputes at the Constitutional Court (MK). It outlines the process for contesting election results for the presidential, legislative, and regional elections, highlighting the timeline for filing disputes and the legal requirements involved. The MK has 30 days to resolve disputes, with personnel ready to handle cases, including extended hours if needed. The video emphasizes the importance of proper evidence and witnesses in filing electoral disputes.

Takeaways

• 🗳️ The 2019 election vote count has been completed and results have been announced.
• ⚖️ The KPU (General Elections Commission) is preparing for potential lawsuits regarding the election results, including for the presidential, legislative, and regional representative elections.
• 📄 KPU is organizing documents and assembling a legal team to handle disputes filed at the Constitutional Court (MK).
• 🕒 Election disputes must be filed within three days (72 hours) of the announcement of the final election results.
• ❌ There is no vote margin requirement to file a dispute for the presidential election results, meaning any margin of difference can be contested.
• 📋 A dispute submission must include the petitioner's name, address, legal standing, and a detailed description of the complaint and requests.
• ✅ If no disputes are filed, the KPU can declare the elected president between May 25-27, 2019.
• 👨‍⚖️ The Constitutional Court (MK) has 30 working days to resolve election disputes from the time they are officially registered.
• 🔧 MK has declared itself fully prepared for handling disputes, with judges and staff ready to work extended hours if necessary.
• 📅 If a dispute is filed, the first hearing will focus on witness testimonies and evidence, with a final ruling expected by June 27, 2019 for the presidential election.

Q & A

What is the current status of the 2019 election results in Indonesia?

The rekapitulasi (recapitulation) of votes for the 2019 election has been completed, and the results have been officially announced.

What steps is the KPU taking following the announcement of the election results?

The KPU (General Election Commission) is preparing to receive any legal challenges to the election results at the Constitutional Court. They are gathering relevant election documents and assembling an external legal team to handle disputes.

Who has the right to file an election dispute, and what is the legal basis for this?

Any party dissatisfied with the 2019 election results has the right to file a legal dispute. This right is guaranteed by Indonesian law and regulations.

What is the timeframe for filing a dispute regarding the election results?

Election disputes must be filed within 72 hours (three days) after the official announcement of the results, which occurred at 1:46 AM on May 21, 2019. Therefore, disputes must be submitted by May 24, 2019.

Is there a minimum margin of vote difference required to file a dispute in the Presidential election?

No, there is no minimum vote margin required to file a dispute in the Presidential election. Any difference in votes can be the basis for a legal challenge.

What information must be included when filing an election dispute?

When filing an election dispute, the petitioner must include their name, address, legal standing, the timeframe of the petition, the subject of the petition, and the requested verdict (petitum).

What will happen if no election dispute is filed within the given timeframe?

If no dispute is filed within the 72-hour timeframe, the KPU will confirm with the Constitutional Court (MK) that no dispute has been submitted and can proceed with officially declaring the elected president.

How long does the Constitutional Court (MK) have to resolve election disputes?

The Constitutional Court has a maximum of 30 working days to resolve election disputes from the time the dispute is fully registered.

What steps does the Constitutional Court take to resolve election disputes?

Once a dispute is registered, the Constitutional Court conducts an initial hearing for witness testimony and evidence presentation. The court will then deliberate, and a final ruling will be issued within the set timeframe.

What was the outcome of the report filed by BPN regarding alleged election fraud?

The report by BPN alleging systematic and massive election fraud was rejected on May 21, 2019, due to insufficient evidence, as it mainly relied on news links and involved less than 50 regions.