Legal Perspectives on the Misuse of Psychotropic Drugs by Indonesian Celebrities

Abstract

The misuse of narcotics such as drugs committed by artists and experts can be classified due to two factors, namely internal factors and external factors. Internal factors related to their personal, family, and economic life, while external factors are usually from the surrounding and social environment. Law Number 35/2009 concerning on narcotics has provided different treatment for drug abusers, before this law came into force there was no different treatment between users, dealers, or producers of narcotics. On the one hand, drug users are criminals, but on the other hand, they are victims. This research aims to discuss the misuse of drugs by Indonesian celebrity from a legal perspective by using normative juridical research. The article identifies internal and external factors that contribute to drug misuse and highlights the need for coordinated action by relevant parties and law enforcement to effectively deal with the problem. The article emphasizes the importance of coordinated actions by relevant agencies, moral education, and community participation in drug eradication. Overall, the article provides insights into the challenges and solutions for addressing the misuse of psychotropic drugs by celebrities.

Keywords

• misuse
• drugs
• criminal law
• juridical framework