Tax Defaulter Released After Settling Rp 25.46 Billion Debt

Immediate Release Following Full Payment

The Indonesian Tax Office (DJP) released a tax defaulter identified as SHB from detention at Semarang Class I Correctional Facility after the individual settled their tax arrears in full. The payment included the principal tax debt of Rp 25.461.551.451 and additional collection fees amounting to Rp 7.588.000.

Regulatory Compliance

The release was executed in accordance with Article 73 Paragraph (1) letter a of Minister of Finance Regulation No. 61/2023, which stipulates that detainees must be released once they have fully paid their tax liabilities and associated collection costs. This regulation underscores the Indonesian tax authority's commitment to balancing enforcement with humane treatment of tax defaulters.

Detention Conditions and Release Process

During the detention period, the tax authority ensured that SHB's fundamental rights were protected while being held at the Semarang correctional facility. The decision to release was made immediately after verification of the full payment, demonstrating the effectiveness of the tax collection enforcement mechanism.