Student Journal of International Law
Vol 3, No 2: December 2023

CRIMINAL JUVENILE LIABILITIES UNDER INDONESIAN LAWS AND THE 1989 UNITED NATIONS CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD: AN ANALYSIS

Dwi Khairunnisa (Unknown)
Mahfud Mahfud (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Dec 2023

Abstract

This study evaluates the alignment between criminal responsibilities imposed on juvenile offenders in Indonesia and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). Specifically, it focuses on the Indonesian Law Number 11 of 2012 on Juvenile Criminal Justice System, which was enacted in accordance with the UNCRC. Through the use of normative methods, this study reveals that there are existing challenges hindering the effective implementation of the UNCRC provisions. Notably, the issue of long-term juvenile detention arises as a significant concern, as it restricts the autonomy and freedom of these individuals. The UNCRC emphasizes that custody should only be utilized as a last resort for young offenders. Therefore, it is crucial for the Indonesian justice system to establish more efficient and effective laws that discourage the imprisonment of juvenile criminals, thereby upholding the principles enshrined in the UNCRC.

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Abbrev

SJIL

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Subject

Religion Humanities Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

We are interested in topics relating to domestic and international legal issues. it accepts articles relating to Civil Law, Criminal Law, Civil Procedural Law,Criminal Justice Process, Commercial Law, Constitutional Law, International Law, State Administrative Law, Adat Law, Islamic Law, Agrarian ...