Hukum dan Moralitas: Dimensi Filosofis dalam Penegakan Hukum

Abstract

Law and morality have always been interesting topics to discuss. At the practical application level, there is often a conflict between the two, whereas at the theoretical level, both should be interrelated and inseparable. The fundamental question of to what extent the law should reflect or be separated from moral values is a determining issue in how the legal system is designed, interpreted, and enforced. This is because both entities each have an equally important role in law enforcement. Law enforcement is one of the main pillars in maintaining order and justice in society. However, in practice, law cannot stand alone without considering the moral dimensions that surround it. This study discusses in depth the relationship between law and morality from a philosophical perspective, which is the conceptual foundation in understanding law enforcement. In this context, the author emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to law enforcement that not only focuses on legal texts, but also considers the social, cultural, and moral contexts of society. This approach is believed to be able to encourage the creation of more just, humanistic, and meaningful law enforcement.