Now Free, This is the Case that Led to Medina Zein's Imprisonment

Kapanlagi.com - Medina Zein, a famous Instagram celebrity, has finally breathed free air after serving a prison sentence of two years and four months at the Class IIA Pondok Bambu Women's Prison in East Jakarta on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Medina's release marks the end of a long legal journey due to two cases against her, namely defamation and consumer protection.

The case that led to her detention began with a report filed by Instagram celebrity Marissya Icha on September 13, 2021. Marissya accused Medina of defamation and insult after discovering that the branded bag she purchased from Medina was fake.

1. The Beginning of the Defamation Case

The case that led to Medina Zein's imprisonment (credit: instagram/medinazein)

The conflict began when Marissya Icha purchased a branded bag from Medina. After discovering that the bag was actually fake, Marissya requested a refund. However, instead of receiving a refund, Marissya was met with insults from Medina. As a result of this report, Medina was named a suspect in January 2022, with charges under Articles 310 and 311 of the Criminal Code and Article 27 Paragraph 3 of the ITE Law.

2. The Threat Case Against Uci Flowdea

The case that caused Medina Zein to be imprisoned (credit: instagram/medinazein)

In addition to the defamation case, Medina also has to face another case reported by the celebrity Uci Flowdea in October 2021. Uci reported Medina for alleged threats after suffering losses of up to Rp 1.3 billion due to a transaction involving fake Hermes bags. This case was reported to the Metro Jaya Police, and in March 2022, Medina was named a suspect based on Article 27 Paragraph (4) of the ITE Law and Article 335 of the Criminal Code.

3. Trial at the South Jakarta Court

The case that caused Medina Zein to be imprisoned (credit: instagram/medinazein)

Medina underwent trial for two cases at the South Jakarta District Court on August 8, 2022. The Public Prosecutor charged Medina with one year in prison for the Marissya case and one year and six months for threats made against Uci. On September 29, 2022, the court decided that Medina was sentenced to six months in prison for each case.

4. Trial in Surabaya

The case that led to Medina Zein being imprisoned (credit: instagram/medinazein)

After that, the case of the fake Hermes bag fraud reported by Uci in Surabaya continued. On April 4, 2023, the Surabaya District Court sentenced Medina to two years in prison. During the trial process in Surabaya, Medina was represented by legal counsel because she was still undergoing trial in Jakarta.

5. What caused Medina Zein to be arrested?

Medina Zein was arrested due to a defamation report from Marissya Icha and allegations of threats against Uci Flowdea related to the sale of counterfeit bags.

6. How long did Medina Zein serve her sentence?

Medina Zein served a prison sentence of two years and four months before finally being released on parole.

7. What is the impact of this case on Medina Zein?

This case not only tarnished Medina's reputation but also diminished public trust in her as a celebrity.

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