Zul Zivilia Released on Conditional Bail: Explanation by the Directorate General of Penitentiary Services
- After serving time for a 2019 drug conviction, Indonesian singer Zul Zivilia is reportedly seeking parole, offering hope to his family and fans for a return to the...
- zul Zivilia, known for his song "Aishiteru," is undergoing the process to obtain parole, according to authorities.
- Zul Zivilia was arrested in 2019 for possession of illegal narcotics.
Zul Zivilia seeks Parole After 2019 Drug Conviction
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After serving time for a 2019 drug conviction, Indonesian singer Zul Zivilia is reportedly seeking parole, offering hope to his family and fans for a return to the music scene.
Parole request Process
zul Zivilia, known for his song “Aishiteru,” is undergoing the process to obtain parole, according to authorities. The Sub-Directorate of Cooperation and Foreign Relations of the Directorate General of Corrections, Ministry of Law and Human Rights, is currently reviewing his application.
Details of the 2019 Case
Zul Zivilia was arrested in 2019 for possession of illegal narcotics. On March 27, 2020, the South Jakarta District Court sentenced him to five years and six months in prison and a fine of IDR 1 billion (approximately $65,000 USD as of January 22, 2026) for violating Article 114 paragraph (1) of Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics. Source: DetikNews
Eligibility and review
To be eligible for parole, inmates must meet specific criteria, including demonstrating good behavior during their imprisonment and having served at least two-thirds of their sentence. The Directorate General of Corrections assesses each application based on these requirements and a review of the inmate’s rehabilitation progress. According to Rika Aprianti, Head of the Sub-Directorate of Cooperation and Foreign Relations, the assessment is still underway as of January 22, 2026. Source: DetikSulsel
Potential Return to Music
If granted parole, Zul Zivilia’s return to the entertainment industry would be eagerly anticipated by his fans. His hit song “Aishiteru,” released in 2017, remains popular in Indonesia. The decision on his parole application is expected in the coming weeks.