Razman Nasution Sentenced to 1.5 Years in Prison for Defamation Case Against Hotman Paris

Kapanlagi.com - The final chapter of the heated feud between two famous lawyers, Razman Arif Nasution and Hotman Paris Hutapea, has finally reached its peak in court. The panel of judges at the North Jakarta District Court officially found Razman Nasution guilty in a defamation case.

In the verdict session held on Tuesday (30/09/2025), the judge stated that Razman was proven legally and convincingly guilty of committing the crime of defamation and slander against Hotman Paris. The Chief Judge, Syofia Marlianti Tambunan, firmly read the decision stating that Razman's actions were carried out intentionally and unlawfully by disseminating electronic information containing insults.

"It has been proven legally and convincingly guilty of committing a crime together, intentionally and unlawfully transmitting and/or making accessible electronic information and/or electronic documents that contain insults and/or defamation continuously and jointly committing slander," she stated during the hearing at the North Jakarta District Court, Tuesday (30/09/2025). News about Razman's verdict can also be read on Liputan6.com!

1. Verdict and Sentence

For his actions that violated the ITE Law and the Penal Code, Razman Nasution was sentenced to one and a half years in prison.

"The defendant is sentenced to imprisonment for 1 (one) year and 6 (six) months," the judge continued reading the verdict.

2. Fines Imposed

Not only a prison sentence, the often controversial lawyer is also required to pay a hefty fine of Rp 200 million.

"The defendant is also sentenced to a fine of Rp200,000,000.00 (two hundred million rupiah), with the provision that if the fine is not paid, it will be replaced with a detention sentence of 4 (four) months," he added.

3. Aggravating and Mitigating Factors

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This verdict is slightly lighter than the demands of the Public Prosecutor (JPU), who previously sought a 2-year prison sentence for Razman. This decision marks the conclusion of a long drama that began with a report from Hotman Paris, who felt his reputation was tarnished through various posts on social media by Razman Nasution.

4. Case Background FAQ

What is the reason Razman Nasution was sentenced to prison?
Razman Nasution was sentenced to prison for proven defamation against Hotman Paris.

How long is the prison sentence given to Razman?
Razman Nasution was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison.

What fine must Razman Nasution pay?
Razman Nasution is required to pay a fine of Rp 200 million.

Why did Razman not attend the sentencing hearing?
Razman did not attend because he was known to be abroad without permission.

5. FAQ Background of the Case

What is the reason Razman Nasution was sentenced to prison?
Razman Nasution was sentenced to prison for being proven guilty of defamation against Hotman Paris.

How long is the prison sentence given to Razman?
Razman Nasution was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison.

What fine must Razman Nasution pay?
Razman Nasution is required to pay a fine of Rp 200 million.

Why did Razman not attend the sentencing hearing?
Razman did not attend because he was known to be abroad without permission.

(kpl/aal/pit)