Yes, Batons are legal in Indonesia for personal defense under strict licensing by the Indonesian National Police (Kepolisian Negara Republik Indonesia), per Article 2 of Government Regulation No. 25/2021. Civilian possession requires a Surat Izin Bersenjata (SIB) from the local police, with issuance contingent on proof of threat assessment and training certification. Unlicensed possession risks confiscation under Law No. 12/2011 on Firearms and Explosives, with penalties including fines or imprisonment up to 10 years.
Key Regulations for Baton in Indonesia
- Licensing Mandate: Only expandable batons (e.g., telescopic or baton-style) are permitted; fixed batons are classified as “cold weapons” under Perkapolri No. 1/2021, requiring SIB approval. Applicants must submit a threat justification, undergo background checks, and complete a police-approved self-defense course.
- Prohibited Use: Batons cannot be carried in public spaces without prior authorization, per Peraturan Menteri Hukum dan HAM No. 10/2022. Use in altercations may trigger criminal liability under Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana (KUHP) Article 170 for “illegal violence.”
- 2026 Compliance Shift: The National Police are piloting a Digital SIB System in Jakarta, Jabar, and Bali, mandating biometric verification and real-time inventory tracking for licensed batons. Failure to register by 2026 may result in automatic revocation of existing permits.