Journal of Innovative and Creativity
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)

Consumer Protection in Illegal Online Lending Practices: A Private Law Analysis and Enforcement Efforts

Ratih Agustin Wulandari (Universitas Dharmas Indonesia)
Toni Nieta (Universitas Dharmas Indonesia)
Ahmad Taufik (Universitas Dharmas Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Aug 2025

Abstract

This research critically examines consumer protection within the context of illegal online lending practices in Indonesia, analyzed through the lens of private law. The proliferation of unauthorized online lending platforms has exposed individuals to severe financial and psychological harm due to exorbitant interest rates, hidden fees, and coercive collection methods, highlighting a pressing need for robust legal safeguards. Employing a normative legal research methodology, this study primarily analyzes relevant statutes, legal doctrines, and case law pertaining to contract law, consumer protection, and torts. It identifies the inherent violations of private law principles by illegal lenders and scrutinizes the effectiveness of existing legal remedies and enforcement efforts by regulatory bodies and law enforcement. The findings reveal persistent challenges in applying current legal frameworks to the complex nature of illegal online lending, emphasizing the need for clearer legal interpretations, enhanced inter-agency coordination, and strengthened mechanisms for data protection and digital evidence. This study aims to contribute to legal scholarship and inform policy recommendations for more effective consumer protection against illicit online lending activities.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

joecy

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Social Sciences Other

Description

Journal of Innovative and Creatifity (JOECY) publishes research articles in the field of education which report empirical research on topics that are significant across educational contexts, in terms of design and findings. The topic could be in curriculum, teaching learning, evaluation, quality ...