Implementation of the ‘Entrusted’ Status for Children in Conflict with Law Placed at Youth Social Protection and Rehabilitation Center in the Jurisdiction of Sleman

Abstract

This study examines the implementation of children in conflict with the law with entrusted status, with a focus on children placed at the Youth Protection and Social Rehabilitation Center (BPRSR) in the Sleman jurisdiction. This study identifies the practice of placement child with entrusted status and the implications of the use of the phrase “entrusted” during judicial process for children in conflict with the law. This study uses an empirical legal research method with a sociological approach, through interviews with relevant local government officials and law enforcement officers. The results of the study indicate that there is a discrepancy between applicable law and practice during judicial procces for children in conflict with the law with the status entrusted placed at the Youth Protection and Social Rehabilitation Center. The use of the phrase “entrusted” in the judicial process has created injustice and legal uncertainty that harm the children's rights. This study recommends to strengthening the level of professionalism of law enforcement officers and recommends that the Youth Protection and Social Rehabilitation Center in its practice adjust to applicable law.