Faisal Tanjung, Wahyudi Wahyudi, Listiyani Wulandari, Asri Rumalowak

Law Enforcement Against Online Gambling Promoters in Indonesia

Introduction

Law enforcement against online gambling promoters in indonesia. Explore law enforcement against online gambling promoters in Indonesia. Discover legal charges (Article 27 & 45 Law 1/2024) and Komdigi's efforts to eradicate online gambling ads.

Abstract

The development of technology is experiencing very rapid growth. One of them spreads to advertising activities where the advertising activities carried out become more effective and directed. However, these activities are also used by certain parties so that they become negative, such as online gambling advertising. Online gambling is also currently increasingly prevalent, one of which is caused by promoters who promote or advertise online gambling. The purpose of writing this scientific paper is to find out about law enforcement against online gambling promoters and the efforts of the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo) or which has now changed its nomenclature to the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) in eradicating advertising content from online gambling. The methods used are historical approaches and legislative approaches. As a result of this writing, online gambling promoters are charged with article 27 paragraph 2 of Law Number 1 of 2024 and article 45 paragraph 3 of Law Number 1 of 2024 and the efforts of the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo) or which has now changed its nomenclature to the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) in eradicating advertising content from online gambling have made their best efforts.

Review

The paper "Law Enforcement Against Online Gambling Promoters in Indonesia" addresses a highly pertinent and contemporary issue: the proliferation of online gambling facilitated by promoters and the governmental response to it. Given the rapid technological advancements and the increasingly pervasive nature of online advertising, the negative societal impacts of online gambling, particularly when aggressively promoted, make this an area of critical concern. The stated purpose of the study—to elucidate law enforcement mechanisms against these promoters and the efforts of the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi, formerly Kominfo) in content eradication—is well-defined and aligns with a pressing public policy challenge in Indonesia. The methodology described, employing historical and legislative approaches, appears appropriate for examining the evolution of legal frameworks and their application in this domain. This combination suggests a focus on understanding the trajectory of legal provisions and their current practical implementation. The abstract highlights specific legal provisions, namely Article 27 Paragraph 2 and Article 45 Paragraph 3 of Law Number 1 of 2024, under which online gambling promoters are charged. Furthermore, a key finding indicates that Komdigi has exerted "best efforts" in combating online gambling advertising content. These findings offer concrete insights into the legal basis for prosecution and the administrative actions taken by the relevant ministry. A significant strength of this work lies in its direct engagement with specific Indonesian legal articles and governmental efforts, providing a clear snapshot of the current enforcement landscape. By identifying the applicable laws and acknowledging the Ministry's actions, the paper contributes valuable information for policymakers and legal practitioners. While the abstract presents the finding of "best efforts," a deeper exploration of what constitutes these efforts, their effectiveness, and any inherent challenges could further enrich the analysis in the full paper. Overall, this research promises to be a useful contribution to understanding the legal and regulatory complexities surrounding online gambling in Indonesia, potentially informing strategies for more effective deterrence and content management.

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