Protection Against Digital Crimes in E-Commerce Transactions

This study looks at the critical role that consumer data protection legislation play in ensuring the security of electronic transactions. Personal data protection has emerged as a critical concern in preserving public trust in the e-commerce industry. The purpose of this study is to understand the ratio legis of existing legal regulations in accommodating and addressing various forms of digital crimes such as hacking, malware dissemination, data theft, online fraud, and online gambling; to assess the feasibility of the Personal Data Protection Law in relation to technological advancements; and to thoroughly examine the legal measures regulating digital crimes for the security of personal data for e-commerce transaction users in the new Indonesian Penal Code (KUHP). This study uses a normative-empirical legal approach that combines legal framework analysis through case studies analyzed using qualitative analysis methods, referring to existing literature from both National and International databases, as well as case studies from several countries that illustrate the practical application of personal data protection regulations based on judicial considerations in the context of evaluating personal data protection policies. Research results show that although Indonesia has the Law Number 27 of 2022 on Personal Data Protection (PDP Law), there are still issues in its implementation, law enforcement, and monitoring, particularly in the context of e-commerce transactions. Strengthening regulations and harmonizing policies with international standards are necessary to create a sustainable personal data protection system. Thus, an active role from the government is needed regarding strict enforcement mechanisms, enhancing digital literacy among businesses and consumers, and tighter supervision of user data collection and processing practices in e-commerce to ensure sustainable protection.