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International Journal of Law and Society
ISSN : 30469619     EISSN : 30469562     DOI : 10.62951
Core Subject : Social,
of law and social politics, both theoretical and empirical. The focus of this journal is on studies of civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, international law, procedural law and customary law, politics and social sciences
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Hukum
Articles 188 Documents
Remission for Correctional Inmates: Legal Requirements and Societal Impacts in Cases of Corruption, Terrorism, and Narcotics Arief Budi Wicaksono; Hartoyo Hartoyo; Fathul Hamdani
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i1.856

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Remission constitutes a right granted to inmates who meet specific requirements as a form of recognition for good behavior during imprisonment. This study aims to examine the requirements for granting remission to correctional inmates and analyze the societal impacts when remission is given to convicts of corruption, terrorism, and narcotics offenses. The research employs a normative juridical approach through a literature study. The findings demonstrate that remission possesses a clear legal foundation encompassing both general and specific requirements, particularly for perpetrators of serious crimes. General requirements include serving at least six months of imprisonment, demonstrating good behavior, and actively participating in guidance programs. For special crime perpetrators, additional requirements apply, including becoming justice collaborators, paying fines and compensation, and participating in deradicalization programs. However, granting remission to special crime convicts generates negative impacts on public perception of justice, deterrence effects, and the integrity of law enforcement. The research concludes that a more selective and accountable remission policy supported by public oversight is necessary to align with the objectives of correctional guidance and legal justice.
The Effectiveness of Narcotics Crime Investigation by the Narcotics Investigation Unit from the Perspective of the Indonesian Criminal Procedure Code Syabdha Alamsyah; Sri Astutik; Noenik Soekorimi
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i1.857

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This research examines the effectiveness of narcotics crime investigation by the Narcotics Investigation Unit (Satuan Reserse Narkoba) from the perspective of Indonesia's Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP) and related legislation. The study also analyzes the juridical-normative obstacles encountered during investigation processes, along with potential solutions under Indonesian positive law. As an extraordinary crime, narcotics offenses require precise and legally sound investigation methods. However, investigative practices often face challenges due to inconsistencies between legal norms and field implementation, limited resources, and the absence of clear regulations on special investigative techniques such as wiretapping and controlled delivery. This normative legal research employs statutory and conceptual approaches, analyzing primary legal materials including Law Number 8 of 1981 (KUHAP), Law Number 35 of 2009 on Narcotics, and various implementing regulations. The findings indicate that narcotics investigations are not yet optimal due to weak technical regulations, disharmonized laws between KUHAP and the Narcotics Law, overlapping authority between the Police and the National Narcotics Agency (BNN), and a lack of protection for whistleblowers and witnesses. The legal gap in regulating special investigation methods creates uncertainty in evidence admissibility. Proposed solutions include regulatory reform through KUHAP revision, improving investigator competence through specialized training, utilizing modern technology, strengthening inter-agency coordination, and enhancing internal and external oversight mechanisms. Legal reform and institutional synergy are essential to enhancing the overall effectiveness of narcotics investigations in Indonesia.
Mediation of Divorce Disputes by Village Governments from the Perspective of Progressive Legal Theory: Study of Effec-tiveness and Implementation in Banra'as Village, Sumenep Regency Mawardi Mawardi; Roibin Roibin; Musleh Harry
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i2.888

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The increasing rate of divorce in rural areas indicates serious challenges in maintaining family resilience as well as the limited effectiveness of formal litigation-based dispute resolution. Judicial processes that tend to be procedural, time-consuming, and focused on legal termination often fail to address the substantive justice needs of the disputing parties. Consequently, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms that are more responsive to local social and cultural values are required. This study aims to examine the effectiveness and implementation of divorce mediation facilitated by the Village Government of Banra’as, Sumenep Regency, through the perspective of Progressive Legal Theory. This research employs a qualitative approach with an empirical research design. Data were collected through field observations, in-depth interviews with village officials, community leaders, and individuals who had previously participated in the mediation process, as well as documentation related to divorce dispute resolution practices at the village level. Data analysis was conducted using a descriptive-analytical method, focusing on mediation practices as a manifestation of living law within the community. The findings reveal that divorce mediation facilitated by the village government demonstrates a relatively high level of effectiveness in reducing divorce cases. This effectiveness is influenced by a familial approach, the utilization of local wisdom, and the strong internalization of religious values within the social life of the Banra’as community. From the perspective of Progressive Legal Theory, this mediation practice reflects a flexible and non-positivistic understanding of law that prioritizes humanity and substantive justice. Village-based mediation not only serves as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism but also functions as a social instrument to preserve family harmony and strengthen social resilience in rural communities.
Implementation of the Role of the Marriage Guidance and Preservation Advisory Board (BP4) in Maintaining Household Harmony Ayi Ishak Sholih Muchtar; Ah. Fathonih; Aden Rosadi; Januri Januri
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 2 No. 4 (2025): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v2i4.895

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This research addresses the high divorce rate in three districts and cities, highlighting the lack of household harmony and integrity. The study focuses on the role and function of the Marriage Guidance and Preservation Advisory Board (BP4) in consultation and mediation. The objectives of the research are: 1) To identify the role of BP4 in fostering household harmony, 2) To examine the implications of Family Law in BP4’s role, and 3) To analyze BP4’s contribution to household harmony in East Priangan. The research employs a sociological juridical approach, examining the law based on norms and regulations while assessing its empirical application in community life. The research adopts qualitative methods. The findings show that: 1) BP4's role in maintaining household harmony is functioning normatively and functionally through non-litigation counseling and mediation, but its implementation remains uneven and reactive, preventing optimal development of the preventive function. 2) BP4’s legal implications are strong as a pre-litigation mechanism, but its limited authority and minimal integration with the judicial system hinder its effectiveness. 3) Barriers to BP4’s assistance include low participation, limited legal authority, a litigative culture, and weak institutional capacity. The research suggests a new model for Restorative-Preventive Family Governance to strengthen BP4’s role in conflict prevention
Corporate Liability for Air Pollution Based on Strict Liability in Indonesia: A Study of the Absence of Standards for Measuring Non-Material Damages
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i2.863

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Air pollution constitutes a significant environmental problem with far-reaching impacts on public health, quality of life, and ecosystem sustainability, particularly in urban areas and industrial zones in Indonesia. Although the national environmental legal framework has adopted the principle of strict liability through Law Number 32 of 2009 on Environmental Protection and Management, its implementation in air pollution cases continues to face substantial challenges, especially with regard to the proof and assessment of non-material damages. Non-material damages such as disturbances to living comfort, deterioration of environmental quality, psychological stress, and health-related anxiety are intangible in nature and lack clear measurement standards, resulting in their frequent exclusion or inadequate consideration in environmental civil litigation. This study aims to analyze the legal basis for the application of the strict liability principle to air pollution cases in Indonesia, identify relevant forms of non-material damage, and examine the implications of the absence of standardized methods for assessing such damages on legal certainty and the effectiveness of corporate liability enforcement. The research employs a normative legal research method with a library-based approach, incorporating statutory, conceptual, and case approaches. Legal materials are analyzed qualitatively using a descriptive-analytical method, drawing upon legislation, court decisions, and scholarly literature on environmental law and environmental damage valuation. The findings indicate that the absence of standardized criteria for assessing non-material damages leads to evidentiary difficulties, inconsistent court decisions, and a weakened deterrent effect on polluting corporations, thereby preventing the full realization of victims’ rights to effective remedies. This study underscores the urgency of developing an integrated national technical guideline for the assessment of non-material environmental damages based on scientifically grounded valuation methods, as well as the need for cross-institutional policy harmonization to strengthen legal certainty, access to justice for affected communities, and corporate accountability in controlling air pollution.
The Effectiveness of Enforcing the Polluter Pays Principle as an Ecological Restoration Mechanism in Environmental Disputes in Indonesia
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i2.879

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Environmental pollution and degradation remain serious issues in Indonesia, causing significant impacts on ecosystems and the social life of communities. One of the fundamental principles in environmental law aimed at ensuring ecological restoration is the Polluter Pays Principle (PPP), which obliges polluters to bear all costs arising from environmental pollution or damage caused by their activities. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of enforcing the Polluter Pays Principle as a mechanism for ecological restoration in resolving environmental disputes in Indonesia. The research employs a normative legal research method using statutory and conceptual approaches. The findings indicate that although the Polluter Pays Principle has been normatively adopted in Law Number 32 of 2009 on Environmental Protection and Management, its implementation in practice remains suboptimal. Major obstacles include weak law enforcement, power imbalances between business actors and affected communities, lack of transparency in the use of compensation funds, and limited public participation in environmental restoration processes. Therefore, strengthening regulatory frameworks, enhancing the capacity of law enforcement institutions, and adopting a restorative justice approach are necessary to ensure that the Polluter Pays Principle functions effectively in achieving ecological restoration and environmental justice in Indonesia.
Aceh Government's Responsibility in Implementing Mandatory Affairs in the Health Insurance Sector
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i2.880

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Based on Law No. 11 of 2006 and Qanun Aceh No. 4 of 2010, the Government of Aceh has special authority in implementing prioritized health services for poor communities as part of its special autonomy. In practice, the Aceh Health Insurance (JKA) program provides health coverage for all Acehnese residents, including underprivileged groups, by covering insurance contributions and several referral and companion costs not fully guaranteed by the national health insurance system. This study aims to analyze the implementation system of JKA, examine the responsibility of the Aceh Government in providing health insurance for its citizens, and evaluate the government’s obligation to pay contributions for poor participants. This research uses an empirical juridical method with a sociological approach and utilizes both primary and secondary data. The results show that several provisions in the Qanun as the legal basis for JKA implementation are not fully aligned with field conditions and the Social Security Administrator Law. In practice, the Aceh Government bears insurance contributions and various referral costs for residents, including poor communities. Although the obligation to pay contributions for the poor has been implemented, funding for referral transportation, companions, and their consumption has not been fully covered, especially for inter-regional advanced healthcare services. Therefore, the Aceh Government needs to revise Article 43 of Qanun Aceh No. 4 of 2010 and evaluate the JKA program to ensure more targeted healthcare financing.        
The Interpretation of Legal Principles by the Government in the Special Autonomous Region of Aceh
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i2.885

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Law Number 11 of 2006 on the Governance of Aceh embodies the principle of lex specialis due to its territorial scope, while Law Number 4 of 2009 on Mineral and Coal Mining also contains a lex specialis character as it specifically regulates the mining sector. This situation raises a legal question regarding how the principles of lex specialis derogat legi generali, lex superior derogat legi inferiori, and lex posterior derogat legi priori should be interpreted and applied by the Government within the framework of Aceh as a Special Autonomous Region. This study aims to conduct an in-depth legal analysis using a progressive law approach to examine whether the principles of lex posterior or lex superior may override the principle of lex specialis as applied in Aceh’s special autonomy regime. The research employs normative legal methods with qualitative analysis. The findings indicate that the principle of lex specialis derogat legi generali as stipulated in the Law on the Governance of Aceh must take precedence due to its specific territorial applicability and special autonomous status. In resolving such normative conflicts, a clear legal framework is required, accompanied by the renewal of legal theories and principles to ensure legal certainty, prevent regulatory overlap, and promote harmony among statutory regulations.
The Effectiveness Analysis of the Implementation of Restorative Justice in the Criminal Justice System in Bungo Regency: An Islamic Law Perspective
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i2.886

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This study aims to examine the implementation of restorative justice within Bungo Regency's criminal judicial system from the perspective of Islamic law. Although restorative justice has been formally adopted in Indonesia through various regulations, its application at the regional level remains an important issue that requires careful attention. The study employs a juridical-empirical research design with a qualitative approach. Data was gathered through observations, in-depth interviews with law enforcement, religious leaders, victims, and offenders, and document analysis. The analysis integrates perspectives from both positive law and Islamic law, particularly focusing on the principles of qiṣāṣ–diyāt, ṣulḥ, ‘afw, ta‘zīr, and maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah. The findings indicate that restorative justice is used in certain criminal cases during the investigative phase in Bungo Regency. However, its effectiveness is limited by factors such as varying levels of readiness among victims and offenders, insufficient technical regulations, community resistance, and inconsistent understanding among law enforcement. From an Islamic law perspective, restorative justice aligns well with Islamic justice principles, particularly those emphasizing public welfare, forgiveness, and restoration. The study concludes that restorative justice is a contemporary manifestation of principles deeply rooted in Islamic legal tradition and not a contradiction of Islamic law. To improve its application, enhancing law enforcement competence, engaging religious and community leaders, and integrating Islamic legal principles into criminal justice policies are essential.
Corporate Environmental Crime: An Islamic Criminal Law and Criminological Perspective
International Journal of Law and Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Law and Society
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/ijls.v3i2.890

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Particularly in emerging nations, corporate environmental criminality poses a serious threat to environmental justice, sustainable development, and legal responsibility. With a focus on corporate crime theory and green criminology, this study critically analyzes corporate environmental crime using an integrative framework that blends modern criminological viewpoints with Islamic criminal law (fiqh al-jināyah). This study examines how Islamic legal concepts, particularly the doctrine of maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah, can enhance current models of corporate criminal responsibility and environmental governance using a normative-analytical and conceptual approach. The results show that structural incentives, lax enforcement, and profit-driven rationalization tactics make traditional regulatory and penal measures ineffective at discouraging corporate environmental malfeasance. Islamic criminal law provides a revolutionary framework that places environmental conservation as both a legal requirement and a moral necessity because of its strong ethical orientation and comprehensive view of justice. With a focus on ecological balance (ḥifẓ al-bi’ah), property (ḥifẓ al-māl), and life preservation (ḥifẓ al-nafs), this study offers a value-based corporate accountability approach that goes beyond deterrence-oriented punishment and prioritizes prevention, restoration, and social responsibility. By broadening the doctrinal scope of Islamic criminal law to acknowledge corporate criminal culpability, this integrative approach makes a theoretical contribution. Practically, it informs regulatory enforcement and environmental policy change. The study presents an interdisciplinary paradigm that unites criminological analysis and religious legal reasoning, providing a strong basis for creating environmental governance systems that are just, moral, and sustainable, especially in developing nations and jurisdictions with a majority of Muslims.