The Influence of Police Actions on the Dynamics of Crime Rates in Society

Abstract

This study aims to examine in depth the effect of decisive action by the police to reduce the crime rate in Indonesia. Using a juridical-sociological approach, this study combines normative analysis of the legal framework that governs the authority of the police, with empirical evaluation of the implementation of repressive measures in the field. The results showed that decisive action, such as policing operations, routine raids, and direct arrests at crime scenes, contributed to a significant reduction in certain types of crime, such as motor vehicle theft and street crime. The survey also showed that people's sense of security increases as the intensity of such actions increases. Nevertheless, there is an important note on the potential for human rights violations that can arise from excessive actions that are not accompanied by adequate supervision. Therefore, the study recommends that decisive action is always implemented within a clear legal framework, supported by surveillance technologies such as body cameras, and balanced by external grievance and accountability mechanisms to maintain public trust and ensure the protection of citizens ' rights. The findings are expected to provide input to policy makers and police institutions in designing effective, professional, and equitable law enforcement strategies.