Abstract

The issue of marital rape has entered a new phase within the framework of Indonesian criminal law. However, this step may not offer a comprehensive solution to enhancing legal protection for victims of marital rape, due to the unique complexities in enforcing laws against domestic rape. The challenges include the fact that criminal penalties alone often fail to balance the power dynamics between the victim and the perpetrator. This punitive approach frequently overlooks the behavioral aspects and the values and norms of family systems. Even after being convicted, the perpetrator still has the risk of reoffending. Feminist Legal Theory seeks to explore perspectives that examine how the legal system views women and evaluates the impact of legal norms on their lives. Therefore, it is crucial to reformulate the provisions of criminal sanctions that are appropriate for perpetrators of marital rape to prevent, address, and provide protection for victims. The application of criminal sanctions based on the provisions of Law Number 23 of 2004 concerning the Elimination of Domestic Violence for perpetrators of marital rape cannot yet be considered effective, as victims have not received the justice they deserve. The formulation of sanction provisions that can be applied in the UU PKDRT: first, including articles that regulate the provision of restitution; second, the imposition of enhanced penalties; and third, articles emphasizing the need to apply additional criminal sanctions.

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