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Law Research Review Quarterly
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27163415     DOI : https://doi.org/10.15294/snh
Core Subject : Education, Social,
The Law Research Review Quarterly has a history and rich vein of legal scholarship, especially for law student, combining distinct publication on the law of Indonesia, as well as Southeast Asia, and prominence within the Faculty of Law Universitas Negeri Semarang, with leading contributions to the discussion and shaping of law across the civil law world and further afield.
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Employment Law in the Digital Age in Regulating Freelance and Remote Workers Through a Comparative Review of Indonesia and Germany Adinda Intan Cahyani; Ratih Damayanti
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i3.44225

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The reality of employment relationships in Indonesia today far exceeds what is written in labor laws. The emergence of freelance and remote work trends due to digital technology has collided with laws that still rely on formal recognition. The research method used was normative legal research with a regulatory and comparative law approach. The results of the study point to the weak legal protection for freelance and remote workers, including wages, social security, occupational safety and health, and access to dispute resolution mechanisms. In comparison, German law has implemented an adaptive substantive approach. Employment status is assessed based on factual realities and economic dependence, even recognizing the category of quasi-independent workers (arbeitnehmerähnliche Personen) who receive legal protection. Through this comparison, a protection model based on the reality of employment relationships is more relevant to the current shifts in the world of work. On that basis, Indonesia needs to overhaul its labor law policies. By selectively absorbing German legal principles, Indonesia can build a stronger protective barrier for freelance and remote workers amid rapid digitalization.
Urgency of Femicide Watch in Implementing SDG 5: Gender Equality to Prevent Femicide in Indonesia Grace Shella Michelle Ermina Ndun; Rini Fidiyani
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i3.44231

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The persistence of gender-based killings in Indonesia reflects structural challenges in legal recognition, data integration, and institutional coordination in addressing violence against women. Although various laws on the protection of women have been enacted, Indonesian positive law does not explicitly recognise femicide as a gender-based category of homicide, and national data systems do not consistently provide gender-disaggregated monitoring of such cases. This study aims to analyse the urgency of establishing a Femicide Watch mechanism in Indonesia as a strategic instrument to prevent femicide and to examine its relevance within the framework of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5. This research employs a qualitative empirical approach using a socio-legal perspective. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with a legal practitioner and psychologist, as well as officials from a regional women and child protection unit, complemented by secondary data from legislation, judicial developments, institutional reports, and provincial statistics on violence against women. Comparative analysis of international practices was also conducted. The facts show that although a rapid response mechanism for protection services has been established at the national level, the judicial system remains reactive and lacks a comprehensive governance framework to address gender issues. The state's refusal to recognize femicide means that data is not classified, making it difficult to accurately monitor progress. The establishment of mechanisms to systematically monitor killings of women will strengthen legal protections and increase accountability, reaffirming Indonesia's commitment to gender equality and violence reduction in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Comparison of the Implementation of Regional Spatial Plans on Environmental Quality in Dewa Ruci and Glagah Beaches, Purworejo Regency Nur Hasanah; Dr. Rini Fidiyani, S.H., M.Hum.
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i3.44247

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The Regional Spatial Plan (RTRW) is an instrument in controlling the use of space to maintain environmental sustainability, especially in coastal areas that have a high level of ecological vulnerability. Dewa Ruci Beach and Glagah Beach in Purworejo Regency are developing as coastal tourist areas with differences in the implementation of RTRW that have an impact on environmental quality. This study aims to analyze and compare the implementation of RTRW on environmental quality in the two regions. The research method used is qualitative with a normative juridical approach through a study of Law Number 26 of 2007 concerning Spatial Planning, RTRW regional regulations of Purworejo Regency, as well as laws and regulations related to the management of coastal areas and the environment. Data were obtained through literature studies on primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials, and supported by indirect observations, limited interviews, and documentation. The analysis was conducted in a comparative descriptive manner to identify similarities, differences, and implications of the implementation of RTRW in both research locations. The results of the study show that the implementation of RTRW at Glagah Beach is relatively more effective and in accordance with the normative provisions of spatial planning, which is reflected in the control of space utilization, coastal boundary protection, and environmental conservation efforts. Meanwhile, the implementation of RTRW at Dewa Ruci Beach still faces obstacles in terms of control and law enforcement, resulting in an impact on the quality of the environment that is less than optimal. This study concludes that the implementation of RTRW normatively has a significant effect on the quality of the coastal environment and requires strengthening supervision and consistency of spatial planning policies.
Single Prosecution System and the Effectiveness of the Attorney General's Office in Prosecuting Corruption Cases Putri Villa Amilia; Indah Sri Utari
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i3.44258

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Corruption as an extraordinary crime requires special legal measures and law enforcement institutions with strong authority to ensure that the country's criminal policies are implemented in an integrated manner. This study aims to examine the urgency of strengthening the role of the Attorney General's Office as the sole coordinating body in the criminal justice system in order to reduce the challenges of dualism in prosecution between the Attorney General's Office and the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), which often leads to procedural inefficiencies and the phenomenon of back-and-forth file transfers. The research method used is normative juridical with a legislative and conceptual approach, using the Theory of Legal Effectiveness and Legal Certainty as the main analytical tools. Corruption as an extraordinary crime requires special legal measures and law enforcement institutions with strong authority to ensure that the country's criminal policies are implemented in an integrated manner. This study aims to examine the urgency of strengthening the role of the Attorney General's Office as the sole coordinating body in the criminal justice system in order to reduce the challenges of dualism in prosecution between the Attorney General's Office and the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), which often leads to procedural inefficiencies and the phenomenon of back-and-forth file transfers. The research method used is normative juridical with a legislative and conceptual approach, using the Theory of Legal Effectiveness and Legal Certainty as the main analytical tools. Corruption as an extraordinary crime requires special legal measures and law enforcement institutions with strong authority to ensure that the country's criminal policies are implemented in an integrated manner. 
LEGAL RISKS IN NON-FUNGIBLE TOKEN (NFT) TRANSACTIONS Rian Samya Weka Pratama; Tri Andari Dahlan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i3.44544

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The advancement of blockchain technology has introduced Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) as digital assets representing ownership of creative works. However, the burgeoning NFT market precipitates significant legal risks, primarily arising from the dichotomy between the ownership of the digital token and the copyright of the underlying work. This research aims to examine the juridical risks inherent in NFT transactions, given the regulatory lacuna within the Indonesian legal system. Although Law No. 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright provides a normative framework, its application within the NFT ecosystem confronts challenges regarding legal certainty and platform accountability. The findings underscore the exigency of statutory harmonization and a more comprehensive legal protection mechanism, including defined liabilities for Electronic System Providers (ESPs), to mitigate risks and ensure equitable legal protection within Indonesia’s digital economy.
Absolute Competence of the State Administrative Court over Onrechtmatige Overheidsdaad Disputes in Indonesia’s 2024 Election Azzahra Hifz Aldin Fitrada; Pratama Herry Herlambang; Martitah Martitah
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i3.44652

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Decision Number 133/G/TF/2024/PTUN.JKT of the Jakarta State Administrative Court, which declared the lawsuit against the General Election Commission (KPU) inadmissible, has generated debate concerning the limits of the absolute jurisdiction of the State Administrative Court (PTUN) in adjudicating disputes related to onrechtmatige overheidsdaad (OOD) during the electoral process. This article examines the scope of PTUN’s authority over administrative actions undertaken by election management bodies, using the a quo decision as the central object of analysis. This study employs normative legal research through statutory, conceptual, and analytical approaches, based on an examination of the Law on Government Administration, the Election Law, Supreme Court Regulation Number 2 of 2019, and relevant judicial decisions. The findings show that the Jakarta PTUN classified the dispute as an election process dispute governed by the electoral legal regime as lex specialis, thereby excluding the OOD mechanism. The Court reasoned that the KPU’s actions constituted the implementation of Constitutional Court Decision Number 90/PUU-XXI/2023, which is final and binding. This interpretation narrows judicial control over administrative actions in the electoral process. Conceptually, the finality of Constitutional Court decisions attaches to their normative content and operative ruling, not automatically to implementing administrative actions. Therefore, such actions should remain subject to judicial review under the OOD mechanism. Harmonization between the Election Law and the Law on Government Administration is necessary to ensure legal certainty and uphold the rule of law.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF BRAND SUBSTANTIVE CHECKS ESSENTIAL STANDARDS IN ONLINE REGISTRATION Alifkha Herlyanda Putra putra; Indah Sri Utari Utari
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i4.44582

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This study examines the effectiveness of the essential standards of brand substantive examination in the online registration system in Indonesia. A sociological juridical approach is used to analyze the gap between legal norms and implementation practices. Hans Kelsen's theory of validity and Lawrence Friedman's theory of legal effectiveness became the main framework of analysis. The findings of the study show that Article 20 and Article 21 of Law Number 20 of 2016 concerning Trademarks and Geographical Indications have formulated adequate parameters regarding discriminating power, similarity in essence, and bad faith. However, the effectiveness of its implementation is constrained by three fundamental problems. First, the abstract character of the norm of equations basically opens up a wide space for interpretation and creates inuniformity of judgment. Second, the capacity of human resources for inspectors has not been optimal, characterized by weak compliance with registration guidelines and the lack of quality assurance mechanisms. Third, the technical limitations of digital systems in detecting non-textual similarities such as phonetic and conceptual aspects. The accumulation of these obstacles has implications for the inconsistency of examination results, the high rejection rate with a ratio of one to four, and an increase in appeals. This study recommends the simultaneous strengthening of the three Friedman elements through the improvement of interpretation guidelines, systematic enhancement of the capacity of examiners, and the development of a system algorithm capable of detecting non-textual similarities in order to realize a trademark registration system that is not only procedurally efficient, but also able to ensure legal certainty and fair protection of trademark rights.
The Paradox of the Respectful Workplace Policy Due to Normative Multi-Interpretation from the Perspective of Labor Protection Law: A Study on a Business Unit of a BUMN (State-Owned Enterprise) in the Commercial & Trading Sector Alfi Zayyan Al Maksumiyyah; Ratih Damayanti Damayanti
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i4.44648

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The Respectful Workplace Policy (RWP) is an internal corporate norm designed to create a safe and inclusive work environment free from discrimination, violence, and harassment, while also supporting the implementation of good corporate governance. Within State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), the RWP carries particular significance due to its connection to public interests and heightened demands for legal certainty. However, the formulation of the RWP relies on open-ended phrases without objective indicators, which potentially generates normative ambiguity in employment relations. This study aims to analyze the quality of the normative formulation of the RWP, identify patterns of normative ambiguity in workplace practice, and examine its implications for legal certainty and worker protection within SOEs. The research employs an empirical juridical approach by combining normative analysis of labor regulations and RWP documents with semi-structured interviews and observations involving workers across hierarchical levels in a Commercial & Trading business unit of an SOE. The findings reveal that the RWP is not operationally formulated due to the absence of clear behavioral boundaries, violation thresholds, and assessment parameters, resulting in systemic and vertical normative ambiguity. This condition undermines legal certainty and encourages excessive self-restraint (self-censorship) in workplace interactions.     KEYWORDS  Respectful Workplace Policy; internal norms; normative ambiguity; lex certa; legal certainty; worker protection
Psychological Aspects of Offenders and Penal Sanctions Effectiveness in Child Sexual Explotation Cases : Case Study Number : 1477/Pid.Sus/2024/Pn Plg Via Geneti Lomban Toruan; Indah Sri Utari
Law Research Review Quarterly Vol. 12 No. 2 (2026): Articles in press
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i2.44710

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Cases of child sexual exploitation through digital media (CSAM) continue to escalate; however, law enforcement frequently concentrates solely on imposing retributive prison sentences without adequately considering the offender's psychological profile. This study analyzes Court Decision Number 1477/Pid. Sus/PN Plg, in which the defendant was sentenced to 11 years in prison without a mandate for clinical rehabilitation, to evaluate the effectiveness of such sanctions from a forensic psychological perspective and emphasize the urgency of implementing a Double Track System to mitigate recidivism. Employing a qualitative method with a normative juridical and case study approach, the research finds that pure imprisonment is substantively ineffective as it fails to address the cognitive distortions and psychosexual disorders prevalent among offenders, which cannot be remediated through physical isolation alone. Neglecting these psychological dimensions in judicial verdicts compromises long-term public protection once the offender completes their sentence. Consequently, this research affirms that achieving substantive justice requires the Indonesian criminal justice system to transform towards a Double Track System as mandated by the TPKS Law, wherein the integration of forensic psychological assessments in court proceedings becomes an absolute prerequisite for determining appropriate action sanctions (rehabilitation) to effectively break the cycle of child sexual violence.
POLICY ON THE FORMULATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ACCOUNTABILITY FOR THE CREATION AND DISSEMINATION OF DEEPFAKE VIDEOS FROM A CRIMINAL LAW PERSPECTIVE IN INDONESIA Athalia Pranata Putri S Meliala; Indah Sri Utari
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lrrq.v12i2.44714

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The advancement of Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) technology has enabled deepfakes to facilitate serious crimes in Indonesia, including non-consensual pornography, public figure impersonation, and political disinformation. This study analyzes Indonesia's existing criminal law framework regarding AI-based deepfake accountability and proposes ideal policy reforms. Using normative legal research with legislative, conceptual, and comparative approaches, this study identifies significant normative gaps (lex lacuna) across the ITE Law, the New Criminal Code or Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana (KUHP), and the Personal Data Protection (PDP) Law. Key deficiencies include the absence of a legal definition of deepfakes, no comprehensive accountability mechanism covering the AI production chain, and difficulties applying mens rea principles given AI system autonomy. Comparative analysis of the EU AI Act and China's Deep Synthesis Regulations reveals that effective regulation requires a layered accountability model: strict liability for AI developers, vicarious liability for platform operators, and direct liability for end users. This framework should be complemented by mandatory synthetic content labeling and harmonization with the PDP Law and New Criminal Code as lex generalis. This study recommends either enacting a dedicated Artificial Intelligence Bill or revising the ITE Law to explicitly criminalize deepfake creation and dissemination. Such reform is essential to establish legal certainty, close existing normative gaps, and strengthen public protection against AI-facilitated crimes in Indonesia.