Formulation of Non-Penal Policy in Handling Narcotics Crimes

Abstract

Abuse of narcotics and illegal drugs among today's young generation is increasing. The rise in deviant behavior in the younger generation could endanger the survival of this nation in the future. The type of research is normative legal research with a statutory approach and a conceptual approach. The types of legal materials used are primary and secondary legal materials. The research results show that prevention through non-penal channels focuses more on preventive properties before a crime occurs. Efforts to combat crime through non-penal channels are more of a preventive measure against crime, so the main target is to address the factors conducive to crime. In efforts to prevent narcotics crimes, it is necessary to intensify education about the dangers of narcotics through mass media such as newspapers, magazines, the internet, social networks (Facebook, Twitter) and others so that community members are aware of the great dangers of narcotics, so that every family can make prevention efforts within the family. In this case, in the last few years, Indonesia has taken steps towards both penal and non-penal approaches in dealing with narcotics problems. However, the implementation and effectiveness of this policy still require further evaluation to ensure that it is successful in the long term.