Analisis Perbandingan Penegakan Hukum Pidana dalam Pelindungan Hak Cipta antara Indonesia dan Singapura

Abstract

This paper discusses the comparison of criminal law enforcement in copyright protection between Indonesia and Singapore. In the era of the digital economy, the importance of copyright for creators over their works is crucial in forming the basis of incentives for innovation and creative investment. Copyright violations are becoming increasingly complex due to the ease of digital content piracy across countries, which requires an effective law enforcement reform system. The aim of this research is to analyze criminal law regulations, the implementation of law enforcement, and identify similarities and differences between the two countries in providing copyright protection. The research method used in this study is normative juridical with a comparative law approach, which examines legislation, doctrines, and international instruments such as the Berne Convention and the TRIPS Agreement. Research shows that Indonesia has a legal basis for copyright protection through Law Number 28 of 2014 on Copyright. Still, law enforcement tends to be reactive and faces challenges in resources, inter-agency coordination, and public legal awareness. On the other hand, Singapore, with its common law system, applies a proactive approach, quick law enforcement through fast-track litigation, and effective collaboration between legal institutions and digital service providers. Although both countries share the same commitment to copyright protection, Singapore demonstrates higher effectiveness in carrying out criminal law enforcement. This study concludes that Indonesia needs to strengthen the capacity of its officials, improve cross-sector cooperation, and raise public awareness to achieve a more optimal legal protection system.