Modus Operandi and Criminal Law Enforcement of Billiard Gambling in Sleman Regency

Abstract

The practice of gambling conducted through billiards in Sleman remains ongoing, although there are regulations that prohibit gambling. Many entertainment venues, such as billiard halls, are used to organize disguised gambling as tournaments or competitions. This phenomenon poses a challenge for law enforcement, particularly in applying Article 303 bis of the Criminal Code (KUHP) to such cases. This research aims to analyse criminal activities involved in gambling with the modus operandi of billiards in the Sleman area and the mechanism of law enforcement regarding billiard gambling. The method used in this study is an empirical approach. Data collected were through interviews with police officers and alleged perpetrators of gambling, as well as studies on relevant documents and literature. Research results show that although gambling in billiards involves varying bets, this practice remains part of the billiard gaming culture in Sleman. The law enforcement of billiard gambling at Sleman Police Office is facing constraints in the form of a lack of effective supervision and the existence of disguised gambling activities. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct stricter supervision as well as the application of Article 303 bis of the Criminal Code more firmly with technological support and proactive approaches in detection and action enforcement