PERAN LEMBAGA PERLINDUNGAN KONSUMEN TERHADAP PELAKU USAHA PEDAGANG KAKI LIMA YANG MENGGUNAKAN FASILITAS UMUM DI KOTA PADANG

Abstract

ABSTRACT The municipal regulation in Padang City, designated as Regulation Number 3 of 2014, pertains to the Organization and Empowerment of Street Vendors. The arrangement involves the relocation of designated sales areas, where street vendors engage in trade or service activities within public spaces of Padang City. Trading locations include public roads, sidewalks, and various other areas throughout the city. The research aims to address the following questions: 1) What role does the Consumer Protection Agency play in enforcing the prohibition of street vendors in Padang City as outlined in Regional Regulation Number 3 of 2014? 2) What challenges are encountered in implementing Regional Regulation Number 3 of 2014 concerning the Organization and Empowerment of Street Vendors in Padang City? 3) What measures are taken to overcome obstacles in implementing Regional Regulation Number 3 of 2014 regarding the Organization and Empowerment of Street Vendors in Padang City? The research adopts an empirical juridical approach, utilizing primary and secondary data sources, with qualitative analysis through interview data collection techniques and document studies. The findings include: 1) The Padang City government demonstrates a visible role in institutional functions and responsibilities as outlined in Regulation Number 3 of 2014. 2) Obstacles encountered encompass (a) a significant number of street vendors exceeding location limits set by Regional Regulations, (b) the sale of items not complying with allocated spaces, and (c) vendors operating in public facilities and along sidewalks, disrupting pedestrian order. 3) Efforts to address these challenges involve optimizing tantrib officers to enhance the security and safety of street vendors.