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s a peer-reviewed journal published since 2005. This journal is published by the Master of Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang. LAW REFORM is published twice a year, in March and September. LAW REFORM publishes articles from research articles from scholars and experts around the world related to issues of national law reform with pure law or general law studies.
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Administrative Enforcement of Food Safety Regulation in Indonesia: Loopholes and Recommendations Stephanie Apsari Putri
LAW REFORM Vol 18, No 2 (2022)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (651.564 KB) | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v18i2.47415

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Food safety regulation requires adequate resources. Due to its complexity, food safety regulation needs multidisciplinary stakeholder intervention. The National Agency for Drug and Food Control (NADFC) as the appointed body encountered problems in law enforcement works with other food safety-related bodies. The discussion focuses on the administrative enforcement of food safety regulation in Indonesia and these shortcomings is followed with analysis of some possible solutions. However, their performances are hampered by several issues. This research is conducted with a desktop study of information obtained from primary and secondary sources. Also, to get some insights to improve the administrative enforcement in Indonesia, this study is carried out using comparative method. Therefore, the New South Wales (NSW) laws, regulations, policies, and principles are analysed. This study finds that the drawbacks of the administrative enforcement of food safety regulation in Indonesia is caused by limited enforcement funding; lack of community knowledge and awareness towards food safety; lack of competent food inspectors; and lack of coordination between food safety administrative bodies. Some recommendations have been proposed, namely applying industry funding; implementing food hygiene rating; establishing enforcement guidelines; and appointing a single coordinating body for food safety.
Strengthening Rembugan as A Mediation Model in The Resolution of River Water Pollution Disputes (A case study in Purbalingga, Central Java, Indonesia). Nita Triana; Naqiyah Mukhtar; Farah Nuril Izza; Ade Tuti Turistiati
LAW REFORM Vol 18, No 2 (2022)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (603.93 KB) | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v18i2.47743

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Purbalingga as an industrial area is prone to pollution that has a detrimental impact on society and the environment. It is necessary to find a way that can bring together the parties involved to peacefully resolve environmental disputes. The purpose of this study is to strengthen rembugan as a mediation model for resolving pollution disputes in the old industrial area. This research is qualitative research with a socio-legal approach, by conceptualizing law as non-doctrinal. The results showed that rembugan is a community culture in dispute resolution that reflects the values of local wisdom possessed by the Purbalingga community, namely the attitude of the parties to accept and use consensus methods in dispute resolution. The purpose of rembugan is to achieve harmony and togetherness. The mediator is the Environment Agency (DLH) and Village Head (Kepala Desa). Strengthening rembugan position in the dispute resolution model is supported by Purbalingga community culture, whose characters are honest, free, open, egalitarian, and accepting of consensus.  Strengthening rembugan as a mediation model is also supported by government institutions such as village heads and Environment Agency, and is formally regulated in Law No. 32 of 2009 concerning environmental protection and management.
Legal Construction of Crypto Assets as Objects of Fiduciary Collateral Mulyani, Sri; Mariyam, Siti; Trung Le, Hieu Hong
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i1.52697

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Crypto assets have become the commodities traded on the Futures Exchange. Based on the data from the Ministry of Trade, the number of crypto asset investors in Indonesia will reach 11 million people by the end of 2021. The high level of crypto investment and public interest in crypto as a digital asset provide excellent opportunities for Indonesia's digital industry and economic growth. This research will discuss the use of crypto assets as objects of fiduciary collaterals and the legal framework used as a legal basis for crypto assets subject to fiduciary collaterals. The research methodology is normative juridical applied using a comparative approach to the laws in Indonesia and Vietnam because the rules regarding crypto assets in Vietnam are clearer. The data collected were secondary data, and the they were analysed using qualitative data analysis. The results of the study show that crypto assets are intangible movable objects that have economic value and can be transferred due to an agreement through each user's account so that conceptually crypto assets can be used as fiduciary collateral objects. However, considering that crypto assets are digital currencies cannot be predicted, legal protection for creditors holding crypto asset collaterals is still weak. In addition to the absence of regulations that specifically regulate crypto assets that can be used as objects of fiduciary collateral, there are also difficulties in execution, so there is a need for a construction legal umbrella that regulates crypto assets to be used as fiduciary collateral objects.
Application of Universal Jurisdiction Principles to Cross-Country Money Laundering Simanjutak, Efendi Lod; Kostruba, Anatoliy
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i1.48966

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The fight against transnational crimes, particularly involving cross-border money laundering, requires a shift from a territorial to a universal jurisdiction approach. The aim of this investigation was to explore the practicality of universal jurisdiction principles in combating cross-border money laundering, which eludes effective criminal law mechanisms to arrest and prosecute offenders. Findings revealed that the crime of cross-border money laundering has not been considered one of the delicta juris gentium or international crimes, leading to an increase in the number of perpetrators who enjoyed refuge in various countries. Therefore, a universal jurisdiction approach is necessary to ensure that criminals are not immune to prosecution, and justice is served universally. As a result, every state must fulfill its obligation of arresting and prosecuting offenders wherever they may be found to uphold the law and universal justice. In conclusion, the need for a universal jurisdiction approach is crucial to combat the increasing threat of transnational crimes, particularly in the context of cross-border money laundering.
The Conference of Parties - 27 (COP-27) Agreement As an Instrument of State Policy in Handling Deforestation: A Comparative Study of Sweden and Indonesian Governments Mutawalli, Muhammad; Ayub, Zainal Amin; Maskun, Maskun; Napang, Marthen
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i1.52926

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The climate crisis is a threat to countries in the world. One of the factors causing the climate crisis is deforestation. Indonesia as the third largest tropical forest country in the world certainly has an impact on the world's climate. Indonesia is a victim of deforestation, moreover reforestation of forest land does not match the rate of deforestation. This research is a normative legal study, using comparative, conceptual, and regulatory approaches. This study discusses the implementation of the Conference of Parties - 27 (COP-27 ) agreement as the basis for establishing policy instruments in Indonesia in dealing with deforestation and looks at Sweden as a comparison in handling deforestation through a policy instrument scheme. This study found that Sweden, through its green politics concept, was able to control the harvesting and utilization of forest products effectively. COP-27 has environmental control principles, one of which is the global net zero principle, namely the earth's temperature is no more than 1.5 degrees. it is hoped that the principles in COP-27 will guide the Indonesian government in making legal policy instruments for environmental management, especially handling deforestation. This research suggests that, like Sweden's green politics, Indonesia needs to present strategic policies through the Green Environmentally Concept policy through policy instruments, be it through laws and regulations, government regulations, or presidential regulations to the level of regional regulations.
Authority of the Dispute Council in the Resolution of Construction Disputes in Indonesia Vidyapramatya, Nurindria Naharista; Latifah, Emmy; Farida, Elfia; Tigor, Antonius Alexander
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i1.49141

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The Dispute Council is a construction dispute resolution forum mandated by Law Number 2 of 2017 concerning Construction Services. The existence of the Dispute Council as a construction dispute resolution forum is actually not much different from other alternative dispute resolution forums, such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. However, the Construction Services Law mandates that a Dispute Council be formed by the parties simultaneously with the preparation of a construction work contract. In practice, decisions made by the Dispute Council are often not final and binding if one of the parties is not willing to implement the decision of the Dispute Council. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of the authorities between the Dispute Council and other alternative dispute resolution forums. This research was normative research. The data used were secondary data consisting of primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials. The data collection technique used literature study, and the data analysis technique used qualitative analysis. The results of the research show that the dispute resolution process with the Dispute Council is ineffective because it takes a long time. Parties who do not want to implement the decision of the Dispute Council will continue the dispute resolution process to arbitration. In fact, when the arbitration process fails, the dispute is submitted to court. This situation becomes more effective and saves time when the resolution of construction disputes directly uses arbitration without going through the Dispute Council first.
The Entry Selection System in Indonesia’s Public High Schools: Quo vadis Taqwa, Muhamad Dzadit; Putra, M. Irfan Dwi; Putra, Edmond Wangtri
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i1.51552

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The selection mechanism for students seeking admission into public high schools still leaves the question: is it going to solve problems or even worsen them? The zoning, age, and affirmation bases were initially oriented to be an inclusive selection system based on the concept of equity. Conversely, these bases lead to new problems, such as (1) the disappearance of a fair selection mechanism based on merit, (2) the inability of students from low-quality educational backgrounds to compete with students from high-quality educational backgrounds, (3) the challenges experienced by teachers in adjusting the quality gap between the students selected by the merit-based system and those selected by the current system, (4) the damaged school culture, and (5) the occurrence of legal manipulation. Using the legal normative approach, the aim of the study analyzed this issue through the right and freedom of education. The result that the status quo system is not in line with the freedom of education, and even creates new problems. The government should have improved the quality of the education infrastructures such as teachers, curriculum, and school facilities, before focusing on the access to education. This mechanism becomes an unfair hurdle on their right to and freedom of education. The government to carefully review and re-examine the status quo system; the end might be a significant revision on the existing regulations.
The Educational Role of The Constitutional Court in Compliance of Indonesian Citizens Marwiyah, Siti; Borman, M Syahrul; Ruba'ie, Ruba'ie; Ramadhani, M Chotib; Saraswati, Retno; Naprathansuk, Non
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i1.53971

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The Constitutional Court (MK) has a strategic position, authority, and obligation to determine the future of the Indonesian nation. This study aims to examine the educational role of the Constitutional Court in developing a constitutional understanding of Indonesian citizens constitutionally. This research used doctrinal legal research method, a process to find the rule of law, legal principles, and legal doctrines to answer the legal problems faced. The results showed the educative role of the Constitutional Court in fostering constitutional understanding of Indonesian citizens by creating programs to promote constitutional understanding of Indonesian citizens, i.e.:  increasing the understanding of citizens' constitutional rights;  disseminating information on the Constitutional Court, and development of constitutional awareness culture.; debate on student constitutions between universities throughout indonesia; telling the values of Pancasila on social media; and increasing understanding of the constitutional rights of civics with outstanding teachers; and educating people's attention. The Constitutional Court's products in the form of decisions contain public education on compliance with the Constitution correctly and rationally. The Constitutional Court's decision will always be linked to the public with the Constitution and the interests of justice seekers because the court examines the interests of justice seekers related to the Constitution.
Indonesia Government Sets Back: The Rule Of Law, Collaborative Governance And Human Right Challenges During Covid-19 Warsono, Hardi; Amaliyah, Anita; Putranti, Ika Riswanti; Iannone, Aniello
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 2 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i2.53734

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The COVID-19 pandemic has taken mankind by surprise and has caused many governments to impose various rules and strategies to contain it. This article discusses the social impact of government policies during COVID-19, the role of agencies other than the government, and the importance of human rights. Collaborative Governance regime and theory are used to complement qualitative methods and for quantitative method, data collection techniques based on literature research, institutional reports, survey results from journals, online media, and print media, as well as the input of experts in focus group discussions. We found that 1) inconsistencies in policy; 2) lack of coordination and leadership; 3) trust issues; and (4) inequalities and injustice performances increased the pressure on social compliance. Our results indicate that the government needs to be more agile to accommodate, nurture and integrate social actors as governance partners in order to ensure its efficacy, resilience and compliance during this pandemic. The government  needs to ensure that an inclusive approach is adopted in multi-dimensional channels so none is left behind and the collaborative governance framework in this pandemic war needs to be improved and implemented. In addition,the government should ensure equal treatment of human rights as specially in human safety in health and safety measures.
The Urgency of Presidential Institution Regulations in Strengthening the Presidential Government System Widayati, Widayati; Haji Mohiddin, Mas Nooraini binti; Herawati, Ratna; Winanto, Winanto
LAW REFORM Vol 19, No 2 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/lr.v19i2.57880

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The existence and authority of the executive, legislative and judicial institutions are regulated in the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, then regulated in more detail in the law, except for the President. There is no law on presidential institutions yet, so there is concern that the President will exceed or abuse his authority in carrying out his duties. This research discusses the importance of regulating presidential institutions in strengthening the presidential system. The research approach was normative juridical; examining legal rules or regulations as a building system related to a legal event. The data used were secondary data in the forms of primary and secondary legal materials. Based on the results of the analysis, it is concluded that: 1) the regulation of presidential institutions is only found in the Constitution. There is no description of the position and division of authority between the President and Vice President and other positions in the presidential institution. 2) The position of the Vice President is as assistant to the President, and the Vice President replaces the President when the President dies, resigns, is dismissed, or is unable to carry out his obligations during his term of office. 3) Regulation of presidential institutions in strengthening the presidential government system is very urgent to prevent arbitrary actions by the President and to provide clarity on the authority of positions within the presidential realm so that they can carry out their duties well in supporting the President as head of state and head of government. With clear arrangements, each person has responsibilities, and there will be no overlapping of authority.