Aswanto
Aswanto is a prominent figure in Indonesia's legal landscape, having served as a judge on the Constitutional Court (Mahkamah Konstitusi) where he is known for his critical decisions regarding legislative matters. Recently, he was mentioned in the news due to the ongoing discussions surrounding the revision of the laws governing the Court, particularly following his evaluation by the DPR, which raised concerns about judicial independence.
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Aswanto was a former constitutional judge and played a role in recommending Guntur Hamzah for a position.
Dari Kebanggaan hingga Kepiluan, Jejak 13 Tahun Arief Hidayat di MK
Indonesia· 2026-02-04
Aswanto is a professor of criminal law at Hasanuddin University who participated in the selection process to become a constitutional judge proposed by the DPR.
Beda Dulu dan Sekarang, Pemilihan Hakim MK Usulan DPR Kini Jadi Ugal-ugalanIndonesia· 2026-02-04
Aswanto was removed from his position as a constitutional judge.
Adies Kadir, Konservatisme Parpol, dan Seleksi Hakim KonstitusiIndonesia· 2026-01-29
Aswanto was removed from his position to be replaced by Guntur Hamzah.
Adies Kadir, Konservatisme Parpol, dan Seleksi Hakim KonstitusiIndonesia· 2026-01-29Aswanto was dismissed from his position as a constitutional judge amid allegations of disappointing performance.
Ribut-ribut Dugaan Ijazah Palsu, Kini Giliran Gelar Doktor Hakim Konstitusi Arsul Sani DisoalIndonesia· 2025-11-17
Aswanto was recalled by the DPR after declaring a law constitutional under certain conditions.
Negeri di Simpang JalanIndonesia· 2025-07-17
He was evaluated by the DPR for frequently canceling laws made by the DPR.
Revisi UU MK untuk SiapaIndonesia· 2025-07-13
