Abuse of Authority in the Police World

Abstract

This study examines the abuse of authority by the National Police of the Republic of Indonesia (Polri), with a focus on corruption and administrative violations. Based on literature analysis, abuse of authority is caused by uncontrolled power, weak law enforcement, and inadequate supervision. Concrete cases from the Ministry of Religious Affairs show that while the law can be enforced, there is often a lack of follow-up on administrative violations. This research highlights the importance of clear and fair laws, law enforcement with integrity, and the active role of the Government Internal Supervisory Apparatus (APIP) to ensure legal certainty and prevent corruption.