Restorative Justice Criminal Judgment In Indonesia

Abstract

Settlement of cases of children in conflict with the law must continue to prioritize the principles of children's rights, where arrest, detention, or even imprisonment are only carried out as a last resort (ultimum remedium) and in the shortest possible period of time. Restorative justice is a case settlement concept that emphasizes restoration to its original state, not retaliation. The prioritization of restorative justice in the criminal justice system in Indonesia is only specifically regulated in Law no. 11 of 2012 concerning the Juvenile Criminal Justice System, but its implementation has not been carried out evenly. This is because it still takes time to adjust to the new rules, in order to meet the completeness of facilities as well as additional resources for law enforcement and professionals who are specially trained to handle children's cases.