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Jurnal Independent
ISSN : 27752011     EISSN : 27751090     DOI : https://doi.org/10.30736/ji.v13i2
The Jurnal Independet is a peer-reviewed academic journal focusing on the development of legal studies and practices in national and international contexts. It publishes scholarly articles, research findings, case studies, and critical analyses covering various fields of law, including constitutional law, criminal law, civil law, administrative law, international law, human rights, and legal philosophy. This journal seeks to provide a platform for academics, legal practitioners, policymakers, and students to exchange ideas, foster dialogue, and contribute to the advancement of legal knowledge. With an interdisciplinary approach, the journal emphasizes both theoretical perspectives and practical implications in addressing contemporary legal challenges. The journal is published [periodically—e.g., twice a year/quarterly] and welcomes submissions in English and Bahasa Indonesia, ensuring accessibility to a wide range of readers. Its mission is to strengthen legal scholarship and support the development of just and sustainable legal systems.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Hukum
Articles 268 Documents
Legal Responsibility for Misuse of Online Crowdfunding Bambang Eko Muljono; Ach. Khoiri; Achmad Royani; Ahmad Nuruhul Yajlul
Jurnal Independent Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v13i2.389

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The phenomenon of abuse of online donation funds by recipients has become a legal issue that requires serious attention, particularly in the realm of civil law. This research aims to address two main problem formulations. First, what are the legal rules regarding the acceptance and management of online donation funds? Second, what is the legal accountability for recipients of donations who commit abuse? This research employs a normative juridical method with a regulatory approach (statute approach). Primary legal materials include: Law No. 9 of 1961 concerning the Collection of Money or Goods, the Civil Code Article 1365, Government Regulation No. 29 of 1980 concerning the Implementation of Collection of Donations, and Minister of Social Affairs Regulation No. 8 of 2021 concerning the Organization of Fundraising. From the discussion results, the researcher concludes that first, the collection of money or goods, which can be interpreted as crowdfunding according to Article 1 of Law No. 9 of 1961, means any effort to obtain money or goods for development in the fields of social welfare, mental/religious/spiritual, physical, and cultural must have prior permission in accordance with applicable legal regulations and the elements contained therein. Second, based on Article 1365 of the Civil Code, any unlawful act that causes loss to another person results in the obligation of the perpetrator to compensate for such loss. In this case, a recipient of donations who uses the funds not according to their intended purpose may be held civilly accountable if it is proven to meet the elements of unlawful acts, namely the existence of an unlawful act, fault, loss, and a causal relationship between the act and the loss. Clarification of these elements serves as the basis for determining civil legal responsibility. This research underscores the importance of tighter legal regulation and oversight of digital donation activities to provide legal protection for donors.
Legal Liability of Beauty Product Business Owners for Overclaims on Products Suisno; Bambang Eko Muljono; Nur Rahmah Saputri; Achmad Ausathuha
Jurnal Independent Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v13i2.390

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The beauty product industry in Indonesia is experiencing rapid growth which has also triggered the practice of overclaiming by business actors, namely excessive claims to the benefits or content of products without scientific basis. This practice misleads consumers and poses health risks, especially in skincare products. This research discusses two problem formulations: namely how the legal responsibility of business actors for the practice of overclaim, and how legal protection for consumers. This research uses normative juridical methods through statutory and conceptual approaches, the results of this study indicate that business actors can be held civilly, administratively, and criminally liable in accordance with the GCPL and BPOM regulations. Legal protection of consumers is carried out preventively, namely prevention efforts carried out before violations of consumer rights occur and repressive, namely a form of protection that includes dispute resolution, either through the court, the Consumer Dispute Resolution Agency (BPSK), or the provision of administrative and criminal sanctions to business actors who violate legal provisions.
Legal Regulations Regarding Online Donation Management Through Platforms Dhevi Nayasari; M. Yanto; Muhammad Za'im Muhibbulloh; Ardita Melvi
Jurnal Independent Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v13i2.391

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The development of digital technology has driven changes in various aspects of life, including in fundraising activities or online donations which are now widely carried out through various digital platforms, but this convenience also poses challenges in legal protection, transparency and accountability of donation management. Along with technological advances, fundraising activities can now be done via the internet. In this online donation process, donations given by donors are not directly received by the beneficiaries, this opens up opportunities for Platform organizers and Campaigners to commit acts of misuse of funds. Therefore, this study will discuss how the legal regulations regarding the management of online donations through platforms and how legal sanctions are imposed on platforms for embezzlement of online donation funds in Indonesia from the perspective of civil law, criminal law and government supervision of online fundraising activities. This study uses a normative legal method, is descriptive analysis, with a statutory approach. The results of the study show that; online donation management is regulated in general regulations, the legal materials used are primary legal materials including: Law Number 9 of 1961 concerning the collection of money or goods, Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning transactions and electronics, Law Number 15 of 2002, Law Number 27 of 2022, Government Regulation Number 29 of 1980 and Regulation of the Minister of Social Affairs Number 28 of 2021. These regulations have not fully regulated specifically regarding online donations. Meanwhile, legal sanctions for misuse of funds from online donations through platforms include civil and administrative criminal sanctions in accordance with Article 372 of the Criminal Code and Article 1365 of the Civil Code.
Legal Responsibility for Perpetrators of Burning Electronic Component Waste in Open Spaces Joejoen Tjahjanjani; Enik Isnaini; Khairun Nida; Hendy Surya Pradana
Jurnal Independent Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v13i2.392

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Environmental pollution, especially caused by the open burning of waste electronic components, is very dangerous to the environment and living things. In addition, electronic waste has various forms, so there is a need for environmental legal regulations that regulate electronic waste specifically. The research method in this study uses a normative juridical research type, with a statute approach and a concept approach. The primary legal material used is Law Number 32 of 2009 concerning Environmental Protection and Management. From the results of the research carried out, it can be concluded that; First, that the legal basis for environmental pollution due to the open burning of electronic component waste refers to Government Regulation Number 101 of 2014 concerning the Management of Hazardous and Toxic Materials Article 5 Paragraph (2) because this type of waste should not be disposed of carelessly because the content in it can damage the environment. That for the management of electronic component waste, it must be carried out by a licensed and certified institution from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry Second, that legal sanctions against the perpetrators of the disclosure of electronic component waste include administrative sanctions that do not exempt the person in charge of the business and activity from the responsibility for recovery, civil sanctions are aimed at every person in charge of the business or activity that violates the law in the form of environmental pollution, criminal sanctions resulting from exceeding ambient air quality standards, water quality standards, seawater quality standards or deliberate environmental damage, because the effects of open burning due to electronic component waste are very harmful to the environment.
Freedom of Expression in Critical Content on Public Infrastructure via Social Media Muhammad Chusnul Khitam; Enik Isnaini; Putri Ainiyatur Rizkiyah
Jurnal Independent Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v13i2.393

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Freedom of speech is the right of every person to express their opinions regarding criticism, suggestions, and opinions. One form of conveying criticism is by creating content related to public infrastructure. Based on this background, the author proposes a formulation of the problem, namely, first, how are the legal rules for freedom of speech on social media. Second, how is the legal protection for content creators criticizing public infrastructure on social media. This research method uses a normative juridical research type, with a statute approach. The legal materials used are primary legal materials including: the 1945 Constitution, Law Number 9 of 1998, Law Number 39 of 1999 and Law Number 1 of 2024, the second amendment to Law Number 11 of 2008. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that: the legal rules for freedom of opinion on social media are regulated in Article 28E paragraph (3) of the 1945 Constitution, regulated in Article 1 paragraph (1) of Law Number 9 of 1998 and in Article 23 paragraph (2) of Law Number 39 of 1999. And legal protection for creators of content criticizing public infrastructure is regulated in Article 28F of the 1945 Constitution and regulated in Article 14 paragraph (2) of Law Number 39 of 1999, and based on the Constitutional Court Decision Number 105/PUU-XXII/2024. Given that the rights that a person has carry the consequence of an obligation to respect the rights of others or with society, then this right does need to be limited. This limitation is regulated in Law Number 1 of 2024, the second amendment to Law Number 11 of 2008, where this limitation also plays a role as an ethic in interacting through various media, one of which is social media.
Legal Responsibility of Desk Collection in Threats of Psychic Violence Against Financial Technology Customers Ja'far Shodiq; Muhammad Chusnul Khitam; Arianto Arianto; Nur Izzatul Khumairoh
Jurnal Independent Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v13i2.394

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Crime committed by desk collection is a type of crime carried out through electronic media that violates the Law on Electronic Information and Transactions (ITE Law), where in fact the debt collection process should be conducted ethically and politely towards debtors. However, the crimes committed by desk collection agents grossly violate both company procedures and the law. The crimes committed by desk collection agents, particularly in the form of psychological threats via online media through Financial Technology (Fintech) applications, constitute violations of the ITE Law, which prohibits intentionally and unlawfully sending electronic information containing threats or intimidation, which is punishable by law. The mistakes made by desk collection agents include carrying out collection methods such as insults, dissemination of debtor information that should be kept private, and repeated terror or intimidation, all of which violate the elements stipulated in the ITE Law. Based on the background above, the writer formulates the following research questions: First, how is the legal regulation regarding debt collection through electronic media? Second, how is legal protection provided for debtors who are victims of desk collection? The type of research used in this study is normative legal research, also known as library or doctrinal research. The legal materials used consist of primary and secondary legal materials, including: Article 29 in conjunction with Article 45B of Law Number 11 of 2008 on Electronic Information and Transactions, Law Number 27 of 2022 concerning Personal Data Protection (PDP Law), which prohibits the use of personal data without the owner's consent. Protection for fintech customers is regulated in OJK Regulation No. 77/POJK.01/2016, which requires every fintech company to implement procedures and safeguards for the confidentiality of customer data, both personal and transactional
Trafficking in Persons for Organ Transplantation: A Legal Analysis of Criminal Liability and Enforcement Challenges Enik Isnaini; Muhammad Syakir al-kautsar; Fajar Seto Nugroho; Adelia Bilqis Muhklisati Suaidah
Jurnal Independent Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v14i1.400

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This study discusses the crime of human trafficking committed with the purpose of taking and transplanting victims' organs. This criminal act is a modern form of human exploitation that involves illegal networks between countries, taking advantage of economic inequality and the scarcity of legal organs. The research method used is normative (literature), with a statutory approach and a conceptual approach. Legal sources include international legal instruments such as the Palermo Protocol, the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, as well as national regulations such as Law No. 21 of 2007 concerning the Eradication of the Crime of Trafficking in Persons and Law No. 36 of 2009 concerning Health (especially related to organ transplantation). The results of the study show that although normative laws and regulations have prohibited the practice of trafficking in persons for organ transplantation, there are still weaknesses in the coordination of law enforcement between agencies, difficulties in proving elements of exploitation, and regulatory gaps related to organ transplantation between countries that are not strictly supervised. The conclusion of this study emphasizes the need for harmonization between criminal law and health law, increasing international cooperation, and strengthening the organ transplant supervision system to effectively prevent and crack down on human trafficking for organ transplantation
Legal Rules Against The Use Of Joint Accounts In Online Transactions Hadziqotun Nahdliyah; Khairun Nida; Dhevi Nayasari Sastradinata; Hans Andika Pramana
Jurnal Independent Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v14i1.401

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Online transactions have encouraged the emergence of various forms of financial cooperation, including the use of joint accounts by parties who are not bound by conventional banking relationships such as families or business entities. This practice creates legal complexity, especially related to the status of fund ownership, the responsibilities of the parties, and consumer protection in the digital payment system. This study aims to analyze the legal framework that applies to the use of joint accounts in online transactions in Indonesia, as well as identify regulatory loopholes that have the potential to cause legal uncertainty. The method used is normative legal research with a statutory approach and a conceptual approach. The results of the study show that there is no specific regulation that explicitly regulates joint accounts for non-institutional online transactions. The existing arrangements are still general and scattered, causing uncertainty regarding risk sharing, proof of transaction authorization, and dispute resolution between account owners. This study recommends the need for regulatory harmonization and the establishment of specific guidelines by financial services authorities to provide legal certainty and protect parties using joint accounts in the online transaction ecosystem.
Review of The Law of Special Citizenship on Naturalization in Indonesia Munif Rochmawanto; Syamsul Arifin; Enik Isnaini; Dwiki Wahyu Ramadhan
Jurnal Independent Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v14i1.403

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This study presents a legal review of the special citizenship law concerning naturalization in Indonesia, employing a normative juridical research method. The research approach includes statutory analysis, conceptual analysis, and comparative legal analysis, utilizing primary legal materials such as Law No. 12 of 2006 on Citizenship of the Republic of Indonesia, as well as secondary legal materials including academic texts and legal doctrines. The analysis examines two primary naturalization pathways: ordinary naturalization and special naturalization. Special naturalization is granted to foreigners who have rendered exceptional services to the Indonesian nation or who possess high expertise beneficial to national development. This study explores the legal criteria, procedural distinctions, and discretionary authority vested in the executive branch in granting special citizenship through a qualitative normative analysis. Furthermore, it identifies legal ambiguities, inconsistencies in implementation, and potential conflicts with constitutional principles of non-discrimination and legal certainty. The findings indicate that while special naturalization serves as an instrument to attract talent and reward extraordinary contributions, its application lacks transparent guidelines, leading to potential arbitrariness from a legal perspective. This review recommends the formulation of clearer objective criteria and judicial oversight mechanisms to align special naturalization practices with the rule of law and principles of good governance.
Criminal Law Accountability of Sexual Stalking Perpetrators Through Social Media Ayu Dian Ningtias; Kristiya Lutfiasandhi; Fajar Seto Nugroho; Khofifah Nur Ayni
Jurnal Independent Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Independent
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30736/ji.v14i1.404

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Sexual stalking is a new form of crime that has emerged along with the development of technology. In the past, stalking was done directly, such as following the victim. However, now, stalking can occur in the digital world, especially through social media. Perpetrators can easily access the victim's personal information, send sexually suggestive messages, or carry out other disturbances without meeting in person. This study aims to understand in depth the legal protection mechanism for victims and the form of criminal liability for perpetrators of sexual stalking through social media. This research method uses a normative juridical research type, with a legislative approach and a conceptual approach. The results of this study conclude: that legal protection for victims of sexual stalking through social media can be in the form of preventive legal protection and repressive legal protection. Meanwhile, the criminal legal liability, perpetrators of sexual stalking through social media can be subject to criminal sanctions in the form of imprisonment, fines, and/or other actions as stipulated in applicable laws and regulations. However, there are exceptions in certain conditions that cause a person not to be held accountable for their actions.