Legal Literacy - Sociological analysis of Law Number 12 of 2022 concerning Sexual Violence Crimes (UU TPKS). This article discusses the challenges of implementing the UU TPKS through Soerjono Soekanto's theory of legal effectiveness, socio-cultural factors, and the importance of legal socialization to protect victims of sexual violence in Indonesia.

Sociological Review of Law Number 12 of 2022 (UU TPKS)

Sexual harassment in Indonesia is a complex and concerning legal phenomenon. With increasing public awareness of this issue, the government finally created and passed Law Number 12 of 2022 concerning Sexual Violence Crimes (UU TPKS). Although this law is expected to provide better protection for victims, the challenges in its implementation are still very significant. In this context, Soerjono Soekanto's theory of legal effectiveness can be used to analyze how the UU TPKS can be implemented optimally.

Background of Sexual Violence Crimes in Indonesia

Sexual violence crimes in Indonesia have become a serious concern in recent years. Data from Komnas Perempuan shows that the number of sexual violence cases continues to increase, with more than 340,000 reports in 2021 alone. These cases include various forms of harassment, including rape, sexual harassment, and sexual exploitation of children. The high rate of sexual violence indicates an urgent need to strengthen legal protection for victims. Before the UU TPKS, many cases of sexual violence were not handled well due to a lack of clear regulations. Many victims felt pressured not to report due to social stigma and distrust of the justice system. Therefore, the birth of the UU TPKS is expected to address these problems by providing a more comprehensive legal umbrella.