The role of legal counsel in the criminal justice process is crucial, especially in advocating for the rights of suspects. In the cases of Roy Suryo and Doctor Tifa, the legal counsel team took a proactive initiative by submitting a request for the suspension of detention before the Stage II handover. This action reflects a deep understanding of the Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP), particularly concerning the legal remedies that can be pursued to avoid detention. Article 21 paragraph (1) of the KUHAP indeed grants authority to the authorized officials to detain if there is sufficient evidence and it is feared that the suspect will flee, destroy evidence, or repeat their offense. However, paragraphs (2) and (3) of the same article also provide room for judges, prosecutors, or investigators to consider the suspension of detention based on guarantees from third parties or the suspect's personal guarantee.

In this context, the legal counsel utilized these legal bases to build an argument that detention of their clients is not necessary. They sought to demonstrate that the conditions constituting objective reasons for detention as stipulated in the KUHAP are not met in the cases of Roy Suryo and Doctor Tifa. By including various considerations such as compliance with periodic reporting, no history of evading summons, and guarantees from family and the legal team, the advocates endeavored to convince the prosecutor's office that detention is not the only way to ensure the smooth progress of the legal process. This strategy highlights the importance of the advocate's role in ensuring that the suspect's rights are protected and that the legal process proceeds in accordance with the principles of justice and legal certainty.

Despite obtaining a suspension of detention, the legal status of Roy Suryo and Doctor Tifa is not entirely free from the legal process. The decision of the South Jakarta District Attorney's Office not to detain them was accompanied by a periodic reporting obligation. This obligation serves as a form of control by the prosecutor's office to ensure that both suspects remain under supervision and do not take actions that could hinder further legal proceedings. Violation of this reporting obligation may result in the revocation of the detention suspension status and the possibility of detention by the prosecutor's office. Therefore, Roy Suryo and Doctor Tifa must diligently fulfill this obligation until their cases have permanent legal force.

Subsequently, the case will proceed to the trial stage in court. The prosecutor's office will prepare an indictment based on the case file submitted by the investigator. In court, the panel of judges will examine the evidence and hear the testimony of witnesses and the defendant. The final decision on whether Roy Suryo and Doctor Tifa are guilty or not will be determined by the judges based on the facts revealed in the trial and the applicable legal provisions. This reporting obligation serves as a reminder that the legal process is still ongoing and they must remain cooperative until its conclusion.