ABANDONED BUT NOT FORGOTTEN LEGAL STRUGGLES OF MENTALLY ILL INDIVIDUALS IN WEST JAVA
Keywords:
Legal Protection, Mental Health, Social JusticeAbstract
This study aims to examine the legal protection afforded to people with mental disorders (ODGJ) who are neglected in West Java in relation to the principle of justice. Using a normative juridical approach supported by field data, the research analyzes relevant legal provisions and institutional practices by involving interviews with stakeholders such as the Social Affairs Office, Health Department, and psychiatric institutions. The findings reveal that although the legal framework for the protection of ODGJ is sufficiently established through national laws and regional regulations, its implementation remains fragmented due to lack of formal coordination, limited resources, and inadequate post-rehabilitation support. The conclusion emphasizes the necessity of an integrated and binding inter-agency framework that promotes sustainable care, equitable access, and the realization of human rights for mentally ill individuals. Strengthening legal instruments and reinforcing collaborative mechanisms across sectors are imperative to ensure justice and dignity for ODGJ.
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