THE ROLE OF LEGAL SOCIOLOGY IN UNDERSTANDING PUBLIC COMPLIANCE WITH INDONESIAN REGULATIONS
Keywords:
sociology of law, legal compliance, legal effectivenessAbstract
This study examines legal compliance from the perspective of the sociology of law, emphasizing the interaction between legal norms and social realities. The increasing complexity of modern society requires legal systems that are not only normatively valid but also socially effective. However, the persistence of low public compliance with legal regulations indicates a gap between law in theory (das sollen) and law in practice (das sein). This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive-analytical design, relying on secondary data derived from academic literature, legal documents, and relevant scholarly sources. The findings reveal that legal compliance is influenced by a combination of internal factors—such as legal awareness, education, moral values, and legal knowledge—and external factors, including law enforcement effectiveness, regulatory quality, social environment, cultural norms, media influence, and economic conditions. Furthermore, the study highlights that structural, cultural, and interactionist approaches provide a comprehensive framework for understanding compliance as a multidimensional social phenomenon. The effectiveness of law is strongly determined by legitimacy, public trust, and the perception of substantive justice. The study concludes that a sociological approach is essential for bridging the gap between normative law and its practical implementation, and for developing more responsive, inclusive, and effective legal policies.
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