Strengthening the Rule of Law in Constitutional Democracy

Authors

Fendy Prasetyawan Universitas Kadiri, Kediri

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54518/ldi.1.2.2023.1224

Keywords:

Constitutional Democracy, Good Governance, Government Accountability, Government Governance, Rule of Law

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of regulations in supporting the realization of the rule of law and constitutional democracy, as well as to examine the urgency of strengthening regulations in achieving legal certainty, justice, and good governance. The study employs a normative juridical method using statutory and conceptual approaches. Primary legal materials consist of Law Number 48 of 2009 concerning Judicial Power, Law Number 30 of 2014 concerning Government Administration, and Law Number 12 of 2011 as amended by Law Number 13 of 2022 concerning the Formulation of Laws and Regulations. Secondary legal materials were obtained from relevant academic literature and scientific journals. The findings indicate that these regulations normatively provide a strong foundation for implementing the principles of a state governed by law through strengthening judicial independence, enhancing governmental accountability, and promoting participatory law-making processes. Furthermore, strengthening regulations is highly significant because it contributes to legal certainty, protects citizens' constitutional rights, prevents abuse of authority, and supports the implementation of good governance principles. Therefore, improving the quality of regulations and ensuring their consistent implementation are essential factors in realizing the rule of law and constitutional democracy that are just, transparent, and responsive to societal developments.

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Published

2023-12-30

How to Cite

Prasetyawan, F. (2023). Strengthening the Rule of Law in Constitutional Democracy. Law and Democracy Insight, 1(2), 55–65. https://doi.org/10.54518/ldi.1.2.2023.1224