10.47313 STATE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

STATE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

Abstract

State Administrative Law in Indonesia faces various fundamental weaknesses in its
implementation. The main obstacle is a slow, overlapping, and maladministration-
prone bureaucracy. The bureaucratic culture, which is still feudal, resistance to
change, and low orientation of public services further worsen the situation. The
complexity of regulations and weak law enforcement opens space for abuse of
authority and systemic corruption, collusion, and nepotism practices. Conflicts of
interest also weaken the legal function of the administration. Minimal public
participation has an impact on low accountability in the administration of
government. The role of the State Administrative Court as an administrative
supervisor is still limited due to jurisdictional constraints and institutional capacity.
Reform efforts such as the Job Creation Law and the implementation of the Online
Single Submission system have progressed. However, their implementation still
faces challenges, including legal uncertainty and protecting citizens' fundamental
rights. This research uses a normative approach emphasizing the study of written
legal norms and legal doctrines. The analysis is carried out in a deductive and
qualitative manner to explore a comprehensive understanding of legal principles
and the dynamics of their application. Comprehensive reform is needed through
simplifying regulations, strengthening public service culture, increasing
institutional capacity, and active community involvement. The ultimate goal is to
build a fair, transparent, and accountable state administration system supporting a
responsive government in the public interest.
Keywords: State Administration, bureaucracy, reform.