<![CDATA[This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Regional Election Law in relation to law enforcement and local democratic justice from the perspective of Islamic criminal law in Sungai Penuh Municipality. The research examines the effectiveness of Law Number 10 of 2016 in addressing regional election violations, its impact on public participation and local democracy, and its relevance to Islamic criminal law principles, particularly justice (‘adālah), public benefit (maṣlaḥah), and the prevention of harm (dar’ al-mafsadah). This study employs a normative-empirical approach using qualitative methods. Data were collected through document analysis, observation, interviews, and examination of laws, legal decisions, and law enforcement practices related to regional elections. The findings indicate that the implementation of the Regional Election Law has not been fully effective in ensuring fair, honest, and democratic elections. Several challenges remain, including the suspension of vote counting at polling stations, allegations of sabotage and ballot burning, weak coordination among law enforcement institutions, and the suboptimal role of the Integrated Law Enforcement Center (Sentra Gakkumdu) in addressing election-related crimes. Geographical conditions, limited infrastructure, and local political culture also affect democratic quality. From the perspective of Islamic criminal law, existing election law enforcement practices have not fully reflected the principles of justice, public welfare, and prevention of social harm. Therefore, stronger regulations, improved institutional coordination, and broader political education are needed to support a more just, orderly, and dignified local democracy.]]>
