Ruling of The Restorative Justice Trial in Narcotics Crime Cases Law No. 35 of 2009 which Has an Impact on The Increasing of Narcotics Users Receiving Restorative Justice

As society evolves, complex challenges related to narcotics abuse demand updated approaches. Restorative justice, focusing on reconciliation, rehabilitation, and social reintegration, emerges as a humane and inclusive solution for narcotics crimes. This research explores the implementation of restorative justice in handling such crimes, highlighting challenges, potential, and opportunities for a more responsive and sustainable criminal justice system. By considering aspects such as public awareness and cross-sectoral cooperation, the research offers insights for improving policies and practices in prevention, law enforcement, and rehabilitation. This normative research employs statutory and conceptual approaches, using secondary data analyzed descriptively and qualitatively. The research concludes deductively, focusing on the impact of restorative justice sessions in narcotics cases under Law no. 35 of 2009. Findings indicate that restorative justice provides a holistic and effective solution to narcotics abuse by emphasizing recovery and social reintegration. Active participation from all parties involved, including perpetrators, victims, families, and communities, fosters dialogue, mutual understanding, and commitment to beneficial solutions. These findings demonstrate that restorative justice is a humane alternative for handling narcotics crimes and a step towards a more inclusive, fair, and sustainable justice system.