2024, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Part A
Police discretionary authority in enforcing laws against cockfighting
Author(s): I Gusti Putu Harrysudhana and Wayan P Windia
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to examine the regulation of police discretion in cockfighting law enforcement. This study uses normative legal research methods with a statutory approach. In the context of cockfighting, the discretionary authority of the police as specified in Law No. 2 of 2002 on the Police allows for certain actions required in law enforcement. Relevant articles in the law, such as Article 15 which authorizes the police to carry out tasks that fall within the scope of police duties, and Article 18 which allows police officers to act according to their own judgment in the public interest, providing a legal basis for the exercise of police discretion in relation to the handling of cockfighting cases. In addition, Article 16 also confirms that investigation and investigation actions can be carried out if they fulfill predetermined conditions, including not contradicting the rule of law, in line with legal obligations, and respecting human rights. Thus, police discretion in cockfighting cases must be based on considerations that are appropriate, reasonable, and in accordance with the scope of office and applicable regulations.
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I Gusti Putu Harrysudhana, Wayan P Windia. Police discretionary authority in enforcing laws against cockfighting. Int J Civ Law Legal Res 2024;4(2):05-11.