Problematika Pertanggungjawaban Anak dalam Tindak Pidana Pembunuhan Dibandingkan dengan Pelaku Dewasa

Afinda Cahya Saputri Cahya; Fadiya Nabila; Yudi Widagdo Harimurti

doi:10.62383/terang.v2i4.1293

Authors

Afinda Cahya Saputri Cahya Universitas Trunojoyo Madura
Fadiya Nabila Universitas Trunojoyo Madura
Yudi Widagdo Harimurti Universitas Trunojoyo Madura

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62383/terang.v2i4.1293

Keywords:

Criminal Acts, Divers, Juvenile Responsibility, Murder, Problems

Abstract

Murder committed by children presents a dilemma in the criminal justice system, as it must balance the enforcement of justice with the protection of children's rights. This article examines the problematic nature of juvenile criminal liability in murder by comparing the perpetrator's legal approach to that of adults. Normative juridical research methods are used to explain legal provisions, court decisions, and related doctrines. The results indicate that juvenile offenders are not solely focused on their culpability but also on the child's psychological capabilities, maturity level, and social circumstances. Meanwhile, adult offenders are held fully accountable, with a focus on punishment. The main challenges are the difficulty of proving intent and the need for special mechanisms for handling juvenile offenders of serious crimes. This study provides for strengthening the capacity of law enforcement, improving child rehabilitation facilities, optimizing diversion mechanisms, and educating the public to support humane and proportional protection and enforcement of justice.

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