The Master of Law in Litigation (KMHLi) Association at Gadjah Mada University held a legal awareness event at Ngaglik 1 Public High School in Sleman on Monday (September 1, 2025). The event, which took place from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. WIB, was attended by 40 students and 5 accompanying teachers. The theme of this legal awareness session was “Criminal Law Enforcement Against ‘Klitih’ Offenses in the Jurisdiction of Sleman Regency.”
The session began solemnly with a group prayer, the singing of the national anthem “Indonesia Raya,” and opening remarks from the organizing committee. This was followed by presentations by the speakers. IPDA Imanuel Siahaan, S.Tr.K., Head of the Women and Children Protection Unit (PPA) at the Sleman Police Station, and Yuli Yuliah, S.H., a Junior Legal Analyst and Chair of the LPSK DIY Witness and Victim Rights Fulfilment Team, served as speakers.
In his presentation, IPDA Imanuel Siahaan explained that the term “klitih,” which originally simply meant going out at night, has now shifted to refer to criminal activities involving violence and even robbery. He emphasized that such acts can be prosecuted under various legal provisions, including Emergency Law No. 12 of 1951 on sharp weapons, Article 351 of the Criminal Code (KUHP) on assault, and Article 170 of the Criminal Code (KUHP) on mob violence. Imanuel also touched on the link between “klitih” and drug abuse, noting that 90% of perpetrators are known to use illicit substances to boost their adrenaline. “This is also regulated under Law No. 35 of 2009 on Narcotics. The police continue to carry out preemptive, preventive, and repressive measures to reduce the rate of juvenile crime in Sleman,” explained Imanuel.
In the next session, Yuli Yuliah emphasized that the LPSK is there to protect witnesses, victims, complainants, and experts in the criminal justice process. The protection provided covers not only physical aspects but also psychological, economic, and social aspects. “From 2024 to 2025, there were 6,272 witnesses and victims protected by the LPSK, particularly in cases of gross human rights violations and sexual violence. Students, too, if involved as witnesses in criminal cases, can be protected through the application mechanism provided under Law No. 31 of 2014,” explained Yuli.
The legal education session was interactive, featuring several questions from students. One participant raised the issue of the effectiveness of legal education if it is attended only by members of the Student Council, while potential offenders are actually outside that circle. In response, Imanuel emphasized that the Student Council plays a strategic role as a role model that can spread legal awareness to all students.
Meanwhile, another student asked about the form of protection provided by the LPSK for child witnesses at school. Yuli answered this question, confirming that the LPSK would coordinate with school officials, maintain the confidentiality of the witnesses’ identities, and ensure that the protection application process proceeds according to procedure.
The Chairman of KMHLi, Arter Lukas Tulia, S.H., stated that this event is a tangible manifestation of the contribution made by UGM Law School graduate students in supporting a legally aware younger generation. “We hope that the students of SMA N 1 Ngaglik will be able to become pioneers in realizing the ‘Golden Generation of 2045’—a generation that upholds the values of justice, respects the law, and rejects all forms of violence,” he said.
This legal education initiative is also aligned with the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through legal education for adolescents, this initiative supports SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by strengthening collaboration among academics, law enforcement officials, and schools.
In conclusion, this event not only equips students with a legal understanding but also underscores the vital role of KMHLi FH UGM in bridging the academic world with the community. Through activities like this, FH UGM and its students are expected to continue leading the way in building a just, peaceful, and legally empowered society.
Writer: Wika Desta Qatrunada (Pengurus KMHLi)
