West Science Law and Human Rights
Vol. 2 No. 03 (2024): West Science Law and Human Rights

Evaluation of the Regional Head Age Limit Policy in Indonesia After the Supreme Court Decision Number 23 P / HUM / 2024

La Ode Purnama Hamid (Institut Dharma Bharata Grup)
Nabiel Fikril Islami (Universitas Islam Negeri Salatiga)
Karman Jaya (Universitas Handayani Makassar)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jul 2024

Abstract

This study evaluates the regional head age limit policy in Indonesia following the Supreme Court Decision Number 23 P/HUM/2024 through a normative juridical analysis. The age limit policy, governed by Law No. 10 of 2016, aims to ensure capable leadership by imposing a minimum age requirement for candidates. However, the Supreme Court's decision raises questions about the policy's alignment with constitutional principles of equality, non-discrimination, and democratic participation. The analysis examines statutory regulations, legal principles, and comparative insights from other democratic countries to understand the policy's rationale and implications. Findings highlight the need for a balanced approach that ensures legal consistency and promotes inclusive, effective regional governance. Recommendations include lowering the minimum age requirement, implementing a flexible age range, and incorporating empirical evidence to refine the policy, ensuring it serves the principles of justice, democratic participation, and effective governance.

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wslhr

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Subject

Humanities Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Launched in 2022, the Journal of Human Rights Law Review seeks to increase awareness, knowledge, and discussion of legal issues and human rights policy. Academically focused, the Review also appeals to the wider human rights community, including those in government, intergovernmental and ...