Abstract:
This study examines judges considerations sentencing child in conflict with the law in Court
Decision Number 33/Pid.Sus-Anak/2023/PN.Ckr. Objective to assess extent to which these
considerations align with Law Number 48 of 2009 concerning Judicial Power and principles
restorative justice in Law Number 11 of 2012 concerning the Juvenile Criminal Justice
System. The method used normative juridical with case study approach, through analysis
laws, doctrines, and trial facts. The results show judge considered legal evidence, age, child
psychological condition, and the recommendations of the Correctional Center. Although the
elements of the crime were proven, the judge balanced legal certainty and protection children
rights by imposing a 4-year sentence in a Special Child Development Institution (LPKA).
This decision reflects the application principle restorative justice, which prioritizes
development and social reintegration children, while interests victims and sense security
community taken into account. Conclusion this study confirms that the decision accordance
with principles child protection and restorative justice. It is recommended guidelines for
judges be strengthened and integrated support, such as psychological counseling and
rehabilitation facilities, be provided to maximize the developmental goals of the juvenile
criminal justice system.
