<![CDATA[Money laundering is a complex follow-up crime with significant impacts on the economy, national security, and social stability. In Indonesia, Law No. 8 of 2010 on the Prevention and Eradication of Money Laundering (PPTPPU Law) serves as the primary legal framework to combat this crime, designating advocates as reporting parties under Article 17(2) and Government Regulation No. 43 of 2015. Advocates are required to report suspicious financial transactions, such as asset management or establishment of legal entities, with exemptions for tasks related to determining a client's legal position or handling cases, as stipulated in Article 8(2) of the Regulation, in line with the confidentiality principle under Article 16 of Law No. 18 of 2003 on Advocates. However, implementation faces ethical dilemmas, lack of socialization, and inconsistent reporting standards, undermining system effectiveness. Comprehensive training and coordination are needed to strengthen advocates role in safeguarding financial system integrity without compromising professionalism.]]>
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