De-radicalization of Terrorism in Indonesia: Analysing the Implications of Criminal Law Policy

Abstract

De-radicalization refers to the systematic endeavour to manage and mitigate the radical behaviours and ideologies of individuals involved in terrorist activities, as well as those who sympathise with and support such ideologies. This process also extends to community members who possess knowledge and perceptions influenced by radical terrorist ideologies. The present legal research involved the collection of data from various primary and secondary sources. The research has subsequently presented a comprehensive analysis of the process of de-radicalization of terrorism in Indonesia. The findings revealed that in Indonesia, the efforts to eliminate acts of terrorism are monitored in accordance with the provisions outlined in Law number 15 of 2003. However, this legislation proves to be ineffective in addressing the mitigation of violence potential associated with acts of terrorism, as it inadvertently encourages the proliferation and use of weaponry. In order to tackle the challenges associated with the de-radicalization of terrorism, Indonesia has been presented with a set of recommendations that demonstrate efficacy in addressing this matter. This study encompasses a wide range of theoretical, practical, and policy-related implications. The present study contributes to the expanding corpus of scholarly literature on the subject of counter-radicalization efforts targeting terrorism in Indonesia. This research offers valuable insights for legal experts and regulatory bodies regarding the strategies for addressing the de-radicalization of terrorism in Indonesia.