Patrol Role of the Directorate of Water Police in Prevention of Illegal Fishing by Foreign Ship

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to examine and analyze the role of the Indonesian Water Police in preventing illegal fishing in the Natuna waters .In this paper, the author uses a normative juridical method. In the conclusion of the discussion, in addition to international law which regulates law enforcement against IUU Fishing in the Exclusive Economic Zone, in Indonesia itself it is also regulated regarding law enforcement against IUU Fishing. In relation to national law enforcement regarding IUU Fishing, it has been contained in Act No. 5 of 1983 concerning the Indonesian Exclusive Economic Zone in Article 13. The stop and inspection of foreign vessels caught by the Water Police will be processed to obtain sufficient evidence. The process is in the form of checking permit documents from the Indonesian government, fishing gear used, fish caught, and communication tools. After being processed by the arresting agency, foreign ships will be ad hoc and escorted to the base for inspection and investigation. The investigation process is carried out by Civil Servant Investigators or Polda Water Police to the captain and crew (ABK) for questioning.