Reasons for Vadel Badjideh's Sentence Being Increased by the Judge, Mentioning the Victim Experienced Trauma

Kapanlagi.com - The decision of the panel of judges at the DKI Jakarta High Court to increase Vadel Badjideh's sentence from 9 years to 12 years in prison was based on several very aggravating considerations. One of them is the fact that the victim, who is Nikita Mirzani's daughter, has had two abortions.

This was directly revealed by the Public Relations of the DKI Jakarta High Court, Catur Irianto. According to him, the repeated acts of abortion were the main factor that led the judges to make a firm decision.

"The panel of judges saw that there had been two abortions. So, the two abortions and we know that we cannot predict how this will affect the child in the future, perhaps related to reproductive health," said Catur Irianto when met at the Jakarta High Court on Friday (7/11/2025).

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1. Reasons for Enhanced Sentencing

Vadel Badjideh Wearing a Prison Vest (cr:KapanLagi.com/Budy Santoso)

The panel of judges assessed that the actions could potentially damage the victim's reproductive organs and lead to long-term effects. Moreover, the victim's status as a minor was also considered an additional aggravating factor.

"Furthermore, this is a minor, which aggravates the situation. Because indeed, the state of Indonesia, especially regarding child protection, particularly in cases of sexual intercourse, is very protective of children," explained Catur.

2. Vadel Found Guilty

Vadel Badjideh in the Courtroom (cr:KapanLagi.com/Budy Santoso)

In this case, Vadel Badjideh was found guilty of two criminal offenses simultaneously, namely sexual intercourse with a minor and participating in an abortion.

"So here it is cumulative, there are two proven criminal offenses," he emphasized.

3. Impose a Heavier Sentence

On the other hand, Catur also revealed that one of the reasons Vadel presented in his appeal was his intention to marry the victim. However, this reason was outright rejected by the judges.

Considering these points, the judges ultimately decided to impose a heavier sentence as a form of justice for the victim.

"He said he wanted to marry her, but how could he cause her to have two abortions... He claimed to have intentions, but it contradicts his intentions, as he caused the abortions," concluded Catur, explaining the logic behind the judges' decision.

4. Q&A

Q: Why was Vadel Badjideh's sentence increased?
A: Vadel Badjideh's sentence was increased because the victim had undergone two abortions, the victim was underage, and he was proven to have committed two cumulative criminal offenses.

Q: How long is the prison sentence that Vadel Badjideh must serve now?
A: Vadel Badjideh must now serve a twelve-year prison sentence, which was previously nine years.

Q: Did Vadel Badjideh file an appeal?
A: Yes, Vadel Badjideh filed an appeal citing his intention to marry the victim, but his appeal was rejected by the judges as it was considered counterproductive to his actions.

(kpl/aal/dyn)