CRIMINAL POLICY TOWARDS OVERCOMING DRUG ABUSE CRIMINAL ACTS IN CLASS IIA BINJAI CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Research Study in II A Binjai Prison)

Abstract

Imprisonment is intended to provide a deterrent effect and rehabilitate offenders so they can be reintegrated into society. However, inmates are still found violating Article 4 letter g of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Number 6 of 2013, namely being involved in the storage, distribution, or use of narcotics and other dangerous substances in prisons. This study aims to explain the efforts made by officers to prevent narcotics abuse, both through penal and non-penal means, as well as the obstacles and supporting factors in overcoming narcotics abuse in the Binjai City Penitentiary.

The research method used is descriptive qualitative research. The research approach uses an empirical legal approach, with analysis, interviews, observation, and documentation.

The research results show that drug abuse in Binjai Prison is triggered by internal factors such as the involvement of certain wardens, weak supervision, and the influence of inmates, as well as external factors such as the prison's vulnerable location and minimal security. Combating drug abuse in Binjai Prison faces various obstacles, such as overcapacity, limited rehabilitation facilities, the involvement of certain officers, and weak supervision of visits. However, there are supporting factors such as cooperation with the Binjai National Narcotics Agency (BNNK), the commitment of prison leaders, the implementation of the P4GN program, and an improved monitoring system, which contribute to strengthening drug eradication efforts in the correctional environment. The implementation of sanctions for inmates who abuse drugs includes internal disciplinary sanctions, the granting of behavior-based remissions, medical and social rehabilitation programs, and additional legal processes for new violations.