HANDLING CASES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BY THE CENTRAL KALIMANTAN REGIONAL POLICE

Norjanah (Universitas Palangka Raya)
Kiki Kristanto (Universitas Palangka Raya)
Rizki Setyobowo Sangalang (Universitas Palangka Raya)

Multidiciplinary Output Research for Actual and International Issue (Morfai Journal)
Vol. 6 No. 5 (2026): Multidiciplinary Output Research For Actual and International Issue

This study aims to analyze the implementation of Law Number 23 of 2004 on the Elimination of Domestic Violence (KDRT) in handling domestic violence cases by law enforcement officers in Palangka Raya and to explore the challenges and obstacles faced by social institutions and law enforcement in protecting victims. This research uses an empirical juridical approach with a descriptive method to illustrate the handling process of domestic violence and evaluate the effectiveness of victim protection. The findings show that although law enforcement has followed the procedures outlined in the Domestic Violence Law, significant challenges remain, such as low case continuation after reporting, social stigma against victims, and limited resources such as safe houses and internal psychologists. Furthermore, coordination between law enforcement and social institutions is not optimal, hindering the effectiveness of victim protection. Therefore, this study recommends enhancing law enforcement training, strengthening social institutions, and expanding public education about the rights of domestic violence victims to improve legal protection and case continuity.