LAW ENFORCEMENT OF THE NEUTRALITY OF THE STATE CIVIL APPARATUS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ELECTIONS IN THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIGNIFIED JUSTICE

Abstract

The phenomenon of violations of the neutrality of the State Civil Apparatus in general elections in Indonesia often occurs every annual democratic party. These violations occur due to weak law enforcement of legal structure, legal substance, and legal culture regarding general elections. This research aims to understand the neutrality arrangements of the State Civil Apparatus in general elections interpreting existing legal norms. This research method uses normative juridical method through literature study and legislation. Violations can be avoided by improving the legal system regarding General Elections in Indonesia. Starting from the regulation of elections and election neutrality, there is a synergy between institutions, the General Election Commission (KPU), the Election Supervisory Agency (Bawaslu) which is also tasked with overseeing the neutrality of the State Civil Apparatus. As well as public participation in upholding the law in the running of democracy in an honest, transparent, fair manner, so as to create dignified justice in the holding of elections in Indonesia.