C Corruption is an extraordinary crime that undermines social order and weakens public trust in the state. in criminal procedural law, valid evidence forms the primary basis for determining the defendant\\\'s guilt. this study examines the evidentiary strength in the corruption case of johannes rettob based on district court decision no. 9/pid.sus-tpk/2023/pn jap, and assesses whether the judge\\\'s consideration regarding the insufficiency of evidence aligns with the principles of criminal procedure law. using a normative juridical method and a descriptive-qualitative approach, this research analyzes the admissibility of evidence such as witness testimony, expert opinions, and legal documents. the findings indicate that although there were strong indications of cooperation between the defendant and third parties, the judge rendered an acquittal, deeming the evidence insufficient. however, this verdict has drawn criticism for overlooking the significant role of silvi herawaty, who was directly involved in the agreement at the heart of the case. therefore, greater caution is required in evaluating evidence to ensure that judicial decisions reflect substantive justice.