The enforcement of the Regional House of Representatives in Indonesia: A normative review

The study aims to analyze the normative perspective of the Honorary Council and the enforcement of the code of ethics for DPRD members in Indonesia. This study uses historical, conceptual, and statutory approaches with a literature study technique. The study results show that the normative perspective of enforcing the code of ethics is understood as enforcing functional ethics. The Honorary Council, as a permanent complementary organ, is responsible for enforcing the code of ethics of DPRD members and carries out examinations, investigations, verifica-tions, and decision-making based on complaints. The Honorary Council’s decisions must be based on two legal means of proof, and if the DPRD member is guilty, sanctions are imposed. If not, rehabilitation is provided. Therefore, to strengthen the Honorary Council’s enforcement, it is recommended to have more effective regulations, training, and resources. The decision-making process should also be transparent and decisions clearly communicated to increase public trust. These steps will promote ethical conduct among DPRD members and maintain the integ-rity of the legislative branch