Legal Enforcement against Lobster Seed Smuggling Crimes: An Analysis of Court Decision Number 144/Pid.Sus/2023/PN Klt

Abstract

The objective of this study is to examine the implementation of a legal enforcement model for the crime of lobster seed smuggling through an analysis of Court Decision Number 144/Pid.Sus/2023/PN KLT. The study specifically aims to promote legal awareness among coastal communities, fishermen groups, and village officials regarding the legal provisions prohibiting lobster seed smuggling and the adverse consequences arising from such illegal activities. Through this approach, the research is expected to strengthen community participation in monitoring the sustainable use of marine resources by enhancing their ability to identify, prevent, and report smuggling activities to law enforcement authorities.

The hypothesis proposed in this study is that a higher level of legal knowledge and public awareness will contribute to reducing the incidence of lobster seed smuggling in the coastal areas of West Tanjung Jabung Regency.

This research employs a descriptive-analytical approach. The descriptive aspect is intended to provide a comprehensive account of the research object based on existing practices and the realities of legal norms in the field. The analytical aspect is used to examine these findings in relation to applicable laws and relevant statutory regulations. The research process actively involves coastal communities, village officials, and fishermen throughout all stages of the study, ensuring that the findings are not only theoretically significant but also practically applicable for policymakers and other stakeholders in the region.