Efforts by the Indonesian National Police to Handle and Resolve Conflicts between Martial Arts Schools in the Jurisdiction of Grobogan Regency

Abstract

Conflicts between martial arts groups in the Grobogan Regency pose a serious challenge to maintaining security and public order. This phenomenon not only causes social unrest but also has the potential to damage relations between residents and undermine trust in law and order. This study aims to analyze the role and efforts of the Indonesian National Police in addressing and resolving such conflicts, using a normative legal approach and theoretical analysis of social conflicts. In this context, the Indonesian National Police has a strategic responsibility in accordance with the mandate of Law No. 2 of 2002 on the Indonesian National Police, as well as Law No. 7 of 2012 on the Handling of Social Conflicts, which is reinforced by Government Regulation No. 2 of 2015. This study found that Polri's strategy includes a preemptive approach through education, a preventive approach through patrols and surveillance, and a repressive approach through law enforcement against perpetrators of violence. Apart from that, post-conflict situations are addressed through reconciliation efforts, rehabilitation, and ongoing monitoring. The findings indicate that the effectiveness of the Polri in conflict management is significantly influenced by the involvement of community leaders and the support of local governments. Therefore, synergy among stakeholders is key to successfully mitigating conflicts and building stronger social resilience in the future.