WHEN the misplaced solidarity of fellow judges kills the very essence of justice, it may well be the death knell for our legal system. The trial of former Corruption Court judge, Asmadinata, who was sentenced to five years in prison and fined Rp200 million, reflects the destructive impact of the judges' network. This 'friendship' among judges, which is sure to keep secrets under lock and key, is the reason why verdicts are often far from objective a