Legal Perspective on the Practice of Illegal Mobile Phone Trading with Fake IMEI

Abstract

Perdagangan ilegal telepon seluler dengan IMEI palsu merupakan permasalahan serius yang berdampak pada berbagai aspek, termasuk ekonomi, hukum, keamanan, dan sosial. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaturan hukum, dampak, serta pertanggungjawaban hukum bagi pihak yang menjual telepon seluler dengan IMEI ilegal di Indonesia. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan teknik analisis normatif terhadap peraturan perundang-undangan, studi kasus, dan kajian penelitian terdahulu. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa meskipun pengaturan terkait pengendalian IMEI telah diterapkan melalui Undang-Undang Telekomunikasi, Undang-Undang ITE, serta Peraturan Menteri Komunikasi dan Informatika, pelaksanaan dan pengawasannya masih mengalami kendala. Dari perspektif ekonomi, peredaran perangkat ilegal menimbulkan kerugian negara akibat hilangnya potensi pajak dan bea masuk. Dari perspektif hukum, lemahnya pengawasan terhadap marketplace dan jaringan distribusi perangkat ilegal menghambat efektivitas kebijakan yang telah ditetapkan. Selain itu, sanksi terhadap pelaku perdagangan IMEI ilegal masih belum memberikan efek jera yang optimal. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan penguatan penegakan hukum, peningkatan pengawasan terhadap marketplace daring, serta edukasi kepada masyarakat mengenai pentingnya membeli perangkat dengan IMEI resmi. Dengan langkah-langkah tersebut, diharapkan peredaran telepon seluler ilegal dapat ditekan dan regulasi IMEI dapat berjalan lebih efektif. The illegal trade of mobile phones with fake IMEI is a serious problem that has an impact on various aspects, including economic, legal, as well as security and social. This study aims to analyze the legal arrangements, impacts, and legal liabilities for those who sell mobile phones with illegal IMEI in Indonesia. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with normative analysis techniques on laws and regulations, case studies, and studies of previous research. The results of the study show that although regulations related to IMEI control have been implemented through the Telecommunications Law, the ITE Law, and the Regulation of the Minister of Communication and Information, their implementation and supervision are still experiencing obstacles. From an economic perspective, the circulation of illegal devices causes state losses due to the loss of potential taxes and import duties. From a legal perspective, weak supervision of marketplaces and distribution networks of illegal devices hinders the effectiveness of the policies that have been set. In addition, sanctions against illegal IMEI traders still do not provide an optimal deterrent effect. This study recommends strengthening law enforcement, increasing supervision of online marketplaces, and educating the public about the importance of buying devices with official IMEIs. With these steps, it is hoped that the circulation of illegal mobile phones can be suppressed and IMEI regulations can run more effectively.