Raisa Attends Divorce Hearing Without Hamish Daud, Possibility of Default Judgment

Kapanlagi.com - Raisa attended the divorce hearing with Hamish Daud once again. However, Hamish was once again absent from the follow-up divorce hearing at the South Jakarta Religious Court on Monday (12/1/2025). Meanwhile, Raisa, as the plaintiff, was present in person accompanied by her legal counsel.

Raisa's legal counsel, Putra Lubis, confirmed that Hamish Daud did indeed not attend this hearing. In fact, the presence of both parties is highly anticipated to facilitate the mediation and evidentiary process.

"No, today the Defendant is not present," said Putra Lubis in a virtual interview on Monday (12/1/2025). Also read other news about Raisa and Hamish Daud at Liputan6.com!

1. Hamish Daud's Absence and the Potential for Verstek

When asked about the possibility of a Verstek decision (a ruling made in the absence of the defendant), Putra explained that this is the authority of the panel of judges. However, procedurally, if the defendant continues to be absent after being properly summoned, the chance for Verstek may indeed occur.

"If at the time of the decision the concerned party is also not present, then it means it becomes Verstek. But this goes back to the Honorable Panel of Judges who examine and adjudicate," he explained.

Verstek is a decision made by the court when the party being sued is not present at the hearing, even though they have been officially and validly summoned. Thus, the trial continues without the presence of the person being sued, and the judge decides the case solely based on the statements and evidence from the plaintiff. Simply put, verstek occurs when someone is considered to have lost or not defended themselves due to their absence from the hearing. However, the absent party still has the opportunity to file an objection through a mechanism called verzet within a certain period after the decision is read.

2. Communication Remains

Although Hamish was not present, Putra ensured that communication regarding the hearing schedule was still conducted. His team frequently checked whether the hearing summons had reached Hamish or not. This was done to avoid any excuses of ignorance regarding the schedule from the defendant's side.

"Nevertheless, occasionally I do have contact with the defendant's side, but that is only to confirm whether the summons has indeed been received," said Putra.

3. Reject Comments About Hamish's Side

Hamish Daud's absence may lead their divorce to end in default (credit: KapanLagi.com)

Putra also emphasized that he does not wish to comment too much on the opponent's strategy. His focus at the moment is to oversee Raisa's lawsuit to ensure it proceeds within the legal framework. He only ensures that administrative obligations, such as the delivery of hearing summons, are fulfilled properly.

"I do not want to preempt or comment on matters outside of my scope," said Putra Lubis.

The legal representatives also stressed that they do not want to ask Raisa too many questions about other matters out of respect for the mourning period. "That's right, because we know she is in mourning, I myself feel hesitant to ask about other things outside of this mourning period," he concluded.

4. FAQ About the Divorce of Raisa and Hamish Daud

What is the cause of Raisa and Hamish Daud's divorce?
The cause of the divorce has not been confirmed, but issues of a third party and financial problems have been denied.

When is the next hearing scheduled?
The next hearing is scheduled for December 15, 2025.

What is a default judgment?
A default judgment is a court decision made when the defendant is absent from the hearing.

Who attended the latest hearing?
Raisa attended the latest hearing, while Hamish Daud was absent.

(kpl/far/pit)