Progressive Legal Perspective on Criminal Social Work in Criminal Law Reform in Indonesia

Amaulia Cahyaning Yusnita, Arpangi Arpangi

Abstract


Abstract. This study aims to analyze the implementation of community service in Indonesia within a progressive legal framework as part of criminal law reform. Community service is an alternative punishment that emphasizes the rehabilitation and recovery of criminals through the principle ofrestorative justice, by providing opportunities for perpetrators to improve their behavior while contributing positively to society. The research method used is normative legal research with descriptive-analytical specifications, based on literature studies (library research). The data used includes primary and secondary legal materials, analyzed using a syllogistic method using a deductive mindset. One of the main references is Law No. 1 of 2023 concerning the Criminal Code, which explicitly regulates community service as an alternative sanction. The results of the study indicate that community service has the potential to reduce overcapacity in correctional institutions, minimize the negative impacts of short-term detention, and strengthen the social reintegration of perpetrators. Its successful implementation requires support from law enforcement officials, the community, and the government, so that it can realize a criminal justice system that is inclusive, just, and in accordance with the ideals of progressive law.


Keywords


Community Service; Legal Reform; Progressive Law.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.30659/rlj.4.3.2872-2889

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