Analysis of Administrative Procedure Violations in the Appointment of Public Officials in Buton Selatan and their Implications for Electoral Law Enforcement in Indonesia

Abstract

The appointment and dismissal of Civil Servants (ASN) in Buton Selatan on November 18, 2024, by Acting Regent MRB has come under public scrutiny due to alleged violations of Article 71, paragraph (2) of Law No. 10 of 2016. The inauguration of 74 ASN officials was conducted without obtaining written approval from the Minister of Home Affairs, with only 15 out of 74 officials holding valid permits. The cancellation of the appointment the following day resulted in legal uncertainty and potential losses for the appointed officials. The legal implications of this violation include criminal sanctions in accordance with Article 190 of Law No. 1 of 2015, as well as negative impacts on bureaucratic stability and public trust. This research aims to analyze the appointment and dismissal of ASN from a legal and governance perspective, providing recommendations to prevent similar cases in the future. Recommendations include enhancing coordination between local and central government, strengthening oversight mechanisms, ensuring transparency in the appointment process, and providing training for relevant officials. By improving these mechanisms, it is hoped that the quality of governance in Buton Selatan can be elevated, and public trust in the integrity of the ASN appointment process can be maintained.