ANALYSIS OF CONCERT TICKET FRAUD PURCHASED FROM SCALPERS UNDER THE CRIMINAL LAW & ITE LAW

Abstract

Concert ticket fraud, particularly through scalpers, has become a significant issue in Indonesia's entertainment industry. With the shift to online platforms for ticket sales, fans face the risk of obtaining counterfeit or non-existent tickets from unauthorized sellers. This study examines the legal validity of transactions involving the purchase of electronic concert tickets from scalpers by reviewing the Indonesian Criminal Code (KUHP) and the Law on Electronic Information and Transactions (ITE Law). The research questions focus on whether such transactions are legally valid and the way legal provisions apply in cases of fraud involving scalpers. Using a normative legal research method, this study analyzes relevant laws, regulations, and court decisions, with particular emphasis on the case of Sheila On 7 concert ticket fraud. The findings indicate that, although ticket scalping is not explicitly classified as illegal under Indonesian law, fraudulent activities such as the sale of counterfeit tickets or misrepresentation of ticket availability are considered criminal offenses and are subject to legal penalties.