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Strengthening of Position The Regional Representative Council (DPD) in the Indonesian Constitutional System Irsyada, Nadia Elza; Wardana, Dodi Jaya
JURNAL USM LAW REVIEW Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): DECEMBER
Publisher : Universitas Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26623/julr.v7i3.10651

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This article aims to discuss the strengthening of the position of The Regional Representative Council (DPD) In the Indonesian constitutional system, as a representative institution region. The Regional Representative Council (DPD) is a high state institution that was formed through amendments to the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia (UUD 1945). The aim is to strengthen regional representation in decision-making at the national level. Even though it is expected to be able to fight for regional interests and act as a balancer to central power, the DPD is often considered to have limited authority compared to the People's Representative Council (DPR). This research uses a normative juridical method, which focuses on the analysis of statutory regulations and legal documents related to the position and authority of the DPD. This method is used to understand the legal provisions governing the DPD through a review of the 1945 Constitution, related laws, and relevant legal literature. After the amendment to the 1945 Constitution, Indonesia's constitutional structure underwent significant changes, including the formation of the DPD as a regional representative institution. Although the DPD has the authority to provide consideration to draft laws relating to regional interests, its role is often considered less influential than that of the DPR. These limitations, for example in the formal review of Law Number 17 of 2023 concerning Health, reflect the challenges in implementing the DPD's role and the existence of legal politics that leads to decentralization. The evaluation shows that although the DPD is designed to strengthen regional autonomy, implementing functions and coordination between the DPD, DPR, and the central government still face obstacles.
Legal Aspects of Women's Political Participation in a Gender Perspective Suryani, Ade Irma; Wardana, Dodi Jaya
JURNAL USM LAW REVIEW Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): DECEMBER
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26623/julr.v7i3.10634

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This study aims to explore the legal aspects of women's political participation from a gender perspective, emphasizing the problem of the gap between regulation and implementation in legal practice in Indonesia, as well as the obstacles faced by women in achieving an equal position in politics. This study is motivated by the ongoing gap in political participation between men and women in various countries, including Indonesia, which can be seen from the lack of women in important decision-making at the local and national levels. Women's representation in the public sphere, especially in politics and decision-making, has been regulated in various regulations, such as the Election Law and the 30% quota Affirmative Action Policy. However, in practice, these regulations often do not achieve the expected goals due to structural and cultural obstacles, and minimal sanctions for non-compliance. This study finds that although there has been normative progress in building a legal framework that supports women's participation, its implementation is still weak due to various obstacles, including gender-biased legal interpretations, patriarchal dominance in the political system, and the lack of effective monitoring mechanisms. The main contribution of this study lies in the in-depth analysis of the gap between the regulation and practice of women's representation. Using a normative and sociological legal approach, this study offers a new perspective in understanding this problem, not only as a legal issue but also as a structural and cultural problem that requires multidimensional intervention. This study also provides concrete recommendations to strengthen law enforcement and ensure that affirmative policies can run effectively, such as improving legal sanctions, increasing the capacity of supervisory institutions, and ongoing gender education. Uniquely, this study contributes to the legal literature and practice by providing a comprehensive roadmap to address the gap in the implementation of affirmative policies in women's representation. Furthermore, this study emphasizes that improving the gender-responsive legal system is not only a normative need but also a prerequisite for creating substantive justice in Indonesian society.
The Attorney General’s Discretion and the Constitutionalityof the Termination of Investigations in the Interest of State Revenue Guruh Wicahyo Prabowo; Wardana, Dodi Jaya; Toetik Rahayuningsih; Maradona Maradona
JURNAL USM LAW REVIEW Vol. 8 No. 3 (2025): DECEMBER
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26623/julr.v8i3.12674

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This study examines the constitutionality and legal boundaries of the Attorney General’s discretion to terminate investigations in the interest of state revenue. The issue arises from the tension between fiscal policy objectives and the constitutional principles of legality, due process, and equality before the law. Using a normative juridical method with statutory, conceptual, and case approaches, the research analyzes the legal framework under Law No. 16 of 2004 as amended by Law No. 11 of 2021, the Criminal Procedure Code, and relevant jurisprudence. The findings indicate that while the Attorney General’s discretionary power to halt investigations can be justified to protect state finances, its implementation currently lacks clear statutory parameters, judicial oversight, and public transparency. This gap creates potential conflicts with constitutional guarantees and risks institutionalizing impunity. The study contributes novelty by constructing a constitutional framework for prosecutorial discretion that aligns fiscal interests with legal certainty and justice. It recommends legislative reform to establish explicit criteria, judicial review mechanisms, and accountability systems to ensure that the Attorney General’s discretion operates within the rule of law and upholds constitutional rights.
Co-Authors Ade Irma Suryani Aini, Assuratul Alifiyah Fitrah Rahmadhani Althofurrahman, Muhammad Belva Ameliani, Putri Andi Rahmad Rahim Anis Mashdurohatun Anisa Tri Ariyanti Anita Handayani Arya Maulana P.P Astari P, Enggar Windi Aziz, Kemas Abdul Damar Gondo Arwono Dito Kurniawan, Dito Edy Safitri Eka Nurjanah EL Aisy, Nandina Etis Fitriawati Nurjannah Fadlulloh, Muhammad Dito Fahmi Idris Fahrul Ramdan Suwandi Fauzia, Ana Fidinansyah, Muhammad Iqbal Fresil Nurassyafa Almayunda Guruh Wicahyo Prabowo Hapsari, Iffahdah Pratama Hardian Iskandar Hari Wibowo Hariani, Rahmania Nur Hasnan Bachtiar Idris, Fahmi Ifahda Pratama Hapsari Ikhzami, Albi Ira Ayu Widianti Irsyada, Nadia Elza Ismail, Subiyanto Janah, Eka Nur Khafidah Khafidah Khastama, Iqbal Kiki Andrian Levina Yustitianingtyas Lulut Sulistiono Maradona Maradona Maulana P, Arya Maulaya M, Mila Moch Rizky Giri Moh. Rafiqi Luthfi Rahman Mohamed, Muhammad Azimuddin Muhammad Azkannasabi Muhammad Belva Althofurrahman Muhammad Ilham Rizaldi Muhammad Roqib muhammad roqib, muhammad Mulyasari, Septy Dwi Diantika Nadia Prawira Supriadi Noer Rakhanaufal, Yusuf Nova, Elisa Nur Fauziyah Pratama H, Ifadah Pratama Hapsari, Ifahda Putri, Fresiella ‘Arsy Mahdavika Radian Salman Radya, Kenya Nayaka Rahmadhani, Alifiyah Fitrah Rahmat Agus Santoso Rahmawati, Aprilia Dwi Rahmayani, Ima Ratih, Ratih Pratiwi Syurkawi Ridho Afrizal Abd Rohim Rizkyfia Desya Anindyta Sakha, Raihan Putra Sania Puspita Anggraini Sari, Anggun Purnama Septiana, Lia Nadella Setiyawan, Deni Sukardi . Sukardi Sukardi Sukardi Sukardi Sukaris Sulistiono, Lulut Suri Oktavian Toetik Rahayuningsih Virgianty Febri Wulandari Yan Ubaidilah Muttaqin Zulvikar, Muhammad Vicki