Tinjauan Kriminologis Terhadap Kejahatan Persetubuhan Terhadap Anak di Kota Baubau

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the causal factors and efforts for prevention and management of sexual crimes against minors through a criminological review. The research method employed a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews with law enforcement officials, psychologists, traditional leaders, religious figures, and victims, as well as analysis of legal documents and case reports. The results indicate that the causes of these crimes consist of internal factors, namely the inability to control sexual impulses and weak religious understanding. External factors include dysfunctional family environments, lack of parental supervision, poor social environments, permissive relationships, access to pornography, and ineffective law enforcement. Prevention efforts undertaken are still limited to legal counseling, while management predominantly uses a Restorative Justice approach by arranging marriages between perpetrators and victims. This research recommends the need for crime prevention strategies involving families, schools, communities, government, and more stringent law enforcement. Proactive implementation of the Child Protection Act is also necessary to strengthen the child protection system to safeguard the young generation of Baubau City as the future of the nation.