419 Lamongan Prison Inmates Receive Independence Day Remission, 8 Released

A total of 419 inmates at Lamongan Prison Class IIB in East Java received sentence reductions, known as remission, in commemoration of Indonesia's 81st Independence Day. Among them, eight individuals were granted immediate release on Monday, August 17.

Andi Hasyim, the Head of Lamongan Prison, stated that the remission is a form of state appreciation for inmates who have demonstrated good behavior and actively participated in the rehabilitation programs. He specifically addressed the eight inmates who were released, urging them to utilize this chance to return to their families and communities without repeating past mistakes.

Hasyim expressed hope that the Independence Day momentum would serve as a strong motivator for all inmates to continue improving themselves. He emphasized the importance of viewing their time in rehabilitation as valuable preparation for reintegration into society. "I hope the spirit of independence becomes positive energy for all inmates to keep changing, working, and preparing themselves to be able to live independently and be accepted back into society," he said.

The official data from Lamongan Prison indicates that 402 inmates received Remisi Umum I, which is a partial reduction of their sentence. Another 17 inmates received Remisi Umum II. Of the Remisi Umum II recipients, nine still owe fines and must serve a substitute sentence, while the other eight are now free.

Additionally, 77 inmates were not eligible for remission during this period. This was due to not meeting the required administrative and substantive conditions. Common reasons for ineligibility included not serving the minimum six-month sentence, being under disciplinary sanctions, having a subsidiary sentence, or their sentence ending before the remission award date.