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Hotman Paris Resigns as Lawyer for Former Jampidsus Febrie Adriansyah
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Hotman Paris Resigns as Lawyer for Former Jampidsus Febrie Adriansyah

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Lawyer Hotman Paris Hutapea announced his resignation as the lawyer for former Jampidsus Febrie Adriansyah.
  • Hutapea cited health issues, specifically a pinched nerve, as the reason for his withdrawal, and plans to seek treatment in Singapore.
  • He informed his client of his resignation due to his deteriorating health, fearing it could worsen if he continued to focus on the case.

Prominent Indonesian lawyer Hotman Paris Hutapea has stepped down from representing former Junior Attorney General for Special Crimes, Febrie Adriansyah. Hutapea announced his resignation during a press conference in Jakarta on Thursday, citing health concerns as the primary reason.

"My health is deteriorating, and I fear it will worsen if I continue to focus on this case," Hutapea stated. He revealed that he has been suffering from a pinched nerve since June and has explored various treatments, including alternative medicine, before deciding to seek medical attention in Singapore.

Hutapea informed his client, Adriansyah, of his decision to withdraw from the case. He explained that his health condition could potentially worsen, making it difficult for him to continue as legal counsel. The lawyer is scheduled to travel to Singapore for treatment, expressing hope that he will not require hospitalization.

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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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