EFEKTIVITAS PENYELESAIAN TINDAK PIDANA KEKERASAN DALAM RUMAH TANGGA SECARA RESTORATIVE JUSTICE DI TINGKAT KEPOLISIAN (Studi di Polresta Malang Kota)

The handling of domestic violence (DV) cases requires an approach that not only ensures legal certainty but also addresses the emotional and psychological needs of the parties involved. The research problem includes: How effective is the resolution of domestic violence cases through restorative justice at Polresta Malang Kota? This study aims to assess the effectiveness of restorative justice in resolving domestic violence cases at Polresta Malang Kota. Utilizing a sociological juridical method, the study draws data from interviews, observations, and document reviews, analyzed qualitatively in accordance with Law No. 23 of 2004 on the Elimination of Domestic Violence and Police Regulation No. 8 of 2021 on Restorative Justice. The findings indicate that the restorative justice approach creates opportunities for dialogue and reconciliation between perpetrators and victims, striking a balance between legal certainty and substantive justice. Restorative justice has proven effective in bridging the limitations of conventional legal systems, which are often lengthy and fail to adequately consider victims' needs.The study concludes that, despite facing various challenges, restorative justice has significant potential to serve as an innovative solution within the criminal justice system. Its successful implementation relies heavily on strengthening legal roles, facilitating mediation, and increasing public awareness of restorative justice principles. This approach offers a humanistic and flexible alternative for managing domestic violence cases more effectively while focusing on relationship restoration