KAJIAN FILSAFAT HUKUM DARI JOHN STUART MILL : KEBEBASAN DAN KEADILAN DALAM KASUS BAND SUKATANI DI INDONESIA

Abstract

John Stuart Mill, through his work On Liberty, emphasized the importance of individual freedom as a fundamental element in social life. Liberty according to Mill includes the right of every individual to think, speak, and act as they wish, as long as these actions do not harm others. Mill also distinguishes between negative freedom, which is freedom from outside interference, and positive freedom, which is the ability of individuals to determine the direction of their own lives based on sound reasoning. In his view, freedom is a means to achieve intellectual and moral progress, as well as preventing the tyranny of the majority that can curb individual rights.

The Band Sukatani case reflects the challenges of applying Mill’s principles in Indonesia, where freedom of expression often clashes with existing social and legal norms. This analysis explores how creative freedom in music can be hampered by strict regulations, while at the same time highlighting the importance of justice for artists to express themselves without fear of repression.

By linking Mill’s theory to legal practice in Indonesia, this study aims to provide insight into how the principles of freedom and justice can be integrated within the existing legal system, as well as how it can support the development of local music culture. It is hoped that this research will encourage further discussion on the balance between individual freedom and societal interests in the context of law and culture in Indonesia.