AGO Explains Absence of State Attorney for VP GibranS Lawsuit

Jakarta, CNN Indonesia – Teh Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has explained why a State Attorney (JPN) did not accompany Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka during a lawsuit filed at the Central Jakarta District Court.

According to the Head of the Legal Details centre of the Attorney General’s Office, Anang Supriatna, the decision stemmed from the nature of the case. The lawsuit against Gibran was filed in a personal capacity, not in his role as Vice President.

“This is a personal lawsuit against Mr. Gibran, not as the Vice President,” Supriatna stated to reporters on Thursday, September 18, 2025.

Key Takeaways

• The AGO did not provide legal portrayal to VP Gibran Rakabuming Raka in a recent lawsuit.
• The lawsuit was filed against Gibran as an individual, not in his official capacity as Vice President.
• The AGO’s policy dictates that State attorneys represent government officials acting in their official roles, not in personal matters.

FAQ

Why didn’t the AGO defend VP Gibran in court?

The AGO persistent the lawsuit was a personal matter and not related to Gibran’s duties as Vice President. Therefore, legal representation was not provided.

What dose it mean for a case to be considered “personal”?

A “personal” case involves issues related to an individual’s private life, rather than their official responsibilities or actions taken on behalf of the government.

When would the AGO provide legal representation to the Vice President?

The AGO would provide legal representation if the lawsuit concerned actions taken by the vice President in his official capacity or challenged the legality of his official actions.