Sadbor Dance and Digital Saweran: A Legal Review of Begging Practices in the Digital Era

The viral Joget Sadbor phenomenon on the TikTok social media platform has raised various legal and ethical implications that need to be studied in depth. This study aims to analyze the legal aspects of the digital saweran practice in the context of Joget Sadbor, as well as explore the regulatory challenges faced in regulating this new phenomenon in the digital era. Using normative legal research methods, this study examines relevant laws and regulations, including the KUHP, the Undang-Undang ITE, and the Undang-Undang Perlindungan Anak, and applies progressive and responsive legal theories. The study results indicate a legal vacuum in regulating the practice of digital saweran, as well as challenges in interpreting existing laws to accommodate this new phenomenon. This study also reveals ethical dilemmas related to the exploitation of self and vulnerable groups, as well as the potential for misuse of digital platforms for illegal activities. This study concludes the need to develop a more comprehensive and responsive legal framework to regulate the practice of digital saweran and similar phenomena in the digital era, while still paying attention to aspects of legal protection, social justice, and ethics. The implications of this study include recommendations for regulatory updates that are adaptive to technological developments and social trends. In addition, this study highlights the importance of collaboration between policymakers, social media platforms, and the public in creating a safe and responsible digital environment. Further research is needed to explore the psychological and social impacts of the Joget Sadbor phenomenon, as well as develop effective prevention and intervention strategies to protect digital platform users, especially vulnerable groups such as children and adolescents.