PELANGGARAN KODE ETIK ADVOKAT DALAM PRAKTIK HUKUM DI INDONESIA; IMPLEMENTASI UNDANG-UNDANG REPUBLIK INDONESIA NO. 18 TAHUN 2003 TENTANG ADVOKAT

Abstract

An advocate is a person whose profession is to provide legal services, both inside and outside the court, who
meet the requirements based on the provisions of the law. In providing legal services, he can do it for free or
get an honorarium/fee from the client. Advocates' code of ethics are some of the factors that trigger these
violations. Advocate Personality is Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 18 of 2003 concerning
Advocates and the code of ethics for advocates which is regulated in legal practice in Indonesia. And how to
handle violations of the code of ethics in the context of law and professional ethics. Code of Ethics for
Advocates in Indonesia to ensure conformity between the ideals of the Law and daily practice. Regulatory
machines such as the Advocates' Organization and the Honorary Council need to be evaluated periodically
for consistency and fairness. Serious sanctions reflect a commitment to high standards, but a balance between
fairness and proportionality must be struck. By increasing enforcement, monitoring and evaluation, the
ethical foundations of advocates can be strengthened, maintain public trust and advance the development of
the legal profession.