Modus Operandi and Countermeasures Against Human Trafficking: A Criminal Policy Perspective

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10.2991/978-2-38476-565-2_34How to use a DOI?

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Criminal Polic; Modus Operandi; and Human Trafficking

Abstract

Human trafficking is a form of organized crime that violates human dignity and poses a serious threat to both national and international security. This study aims to analyze the modus operandi and countermeasures against human trafficking from the perspective of criminal policy in Indonesia. The research employs a normative juridical approach by examining relevant legislation, legal doctrines, and law enforcement practices. The findings indicate that the modus operandi of human trafficking has become increasingly complex, involving transnational networks and utilizing digital technology for recruitment, transportation, and exploitation of victims. Common forms of modus operandi include fictitious labor recruitment, sham marriages, sexual exploitation, and organ trafficking. From the perspective of criminal policy, countermeasures are implemented through three main strategies: (1) penal policy, which emphasizes law enforcement through investigation, prosecution, and sentencing- (2) non-penal policy, which focuses on prevention, victim protection, and raising public awareness- and (3) integrative policy, which promotes cross-sectoral cooperation at both national and international levels. Effective law enforcement against human trafficking requires strengthening regulations, enhancing the capacity of law enforcement officers, and empowering vulnerable communities economically, so that the root causes of human trafficking can be systematically minimized in a sustainable and socially just manner.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Subaidah Ratna Juita
AU  - Muhammad Iftar Aryaputra
AU  - Ani Triwati
AU  - Aziyzah Qurrotu A’yun Sultonu Mas’ad
AU  - Agung Santoso Pribadi
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/04/30
TI  - Modus Operandi and Countermeasures Against Human Trafficking: A Criminal Policy Perspective
BT  - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Social Environment Diversity (ICOSEND 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 266
EP  - 272
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-565-2_34
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-565-2_34
ID  - Juita2026
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