Analisis Pertimbangan Hakim dalam Menjatuhkan Putusan Pencemaran Nama Baik (Studi Putusan Nomor 639/Pid.B/2024/PN Pdg)
Keywords:
Defamation, judge's considerations, Criminal Code, ITE Law, justice.Abstract
This study aims to analyze judges' considerations in handing down decisions in defamation cases. Defamation is a form of crime that concerns a person's dignity and honor, so law enforcers, especially judges, have a crucial role in determining justice through the decisions they hand down. In the judicial process, judges base their considerations not only on legal aspects but also on the sociological and philosophical aspects underlying the case. Through a normative approach and case studies, this study examines the legal basis used by judges, their compliance with the provisions of the Criminal Code (KUHP) and the Electronic Information and Transactions Law (UU ITE), as well as the principles of justice and legal certainty they strive for. The analysis shows that judges' considerations often emphasize proving the elements of the offense, the perpetrator's intent or mens rea, and the impact on the victim and society. However, differences in the application of the law, particularly regarding the interpretation of subjective elements in defamation cases, remain, which poses challenges in realizing a sense of justice. This research is expected to contribute to academic and practical understanding regarding the importance of judges' caution in deciding defamation cases in order to create a balance between protecting individual honor and freedom of expression.
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