Criminal Law Analysis On The Crime Of Human Organ Trafficking
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Crime, Organ Trafficking, Law Number 1 of 2023Abstract
The trade in human organs represents a criminal act that often exploits poverty and weak law enforcement. The prevalence of poverty contributes to the growth of the black market for organ sales. This crime is specifically regulated under Article 345 of Law Number 1 of 2023 concerning the Criminal Code, which governs the sale of human organs, body tissues, and blood. This study applies a normative juridical approach by analyzing legal norms and their implementation in real cases. Primary data were obtained through interviews with Criminal Law experts from Lampung University. The results show that Article 345 clearly defines the scope and elements of organ trafficking, facilitating its enforcement and providing stricter penalties, including imprisonment and fines. Compared to Law Number 21 of 2007 on Human Trafficking, Article 345 is more relevant for direct organ trade, while the latter applies to broader human exploitation. The study suggests government efforts to strengthen public awareness, develop detailed regulations, and regularly evaluate the implementation of the National Criminal Code to ensure effective law enforcement
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