Legal Literacy - This article discusses the phenomenon of extrajudicial killings from a legal and social perspective, including definitions, cases in Indonesia, social and political impacts, and prevention efforts. This article also presents international case studies and analyzes the importance of fair law enforcement to prevent human rights violations.

Introduction

Extrajudicial killing is a term that refers to killings carried out outside the framework of the law. It is an act committed by certain parties, such as law enforcement officials or individuals acting on behalf of the state, without going through a legitimate judicial process. Extrajudicial killing is often considered a serious violation of human rights because it ignores the basic principles of justice and due process of law.

Definition and Forms of Extrajudicial Killing

Extrajudicial killing can occur in various forms, including:

  1. Killings by Law Enforcement Officials: This is the most common form, where police or military officials execute someone without a trial.
  2. Enforced Disappearances: People who are illegally arrested and then disappear without a trace, often ending in death.
  3. Killings in Armed Conflicts: In conflict areas, extrajudicial killings are often carried out by state and non-state actors.
  4. Killings by Vigilante Groups: Groups that take the law into their own hands to enforce what they consider to be justice.