UPAYA KEPOLISIAN LALU LINTAS RESOR TANAH DATAR UNTUK MENGURANGI PELANGGARAN LALU LINTAS YANG DI LAKUKAN OLEH PELAJAR DI BATUSANGKAR

Abstract

Traffic violations by students are a common problem, especially in Batusangkar. Based on Law Number 22 of 2009 concerning Traffic and Road Transportation, every driver must meet the requirements. Research Problems: (1) What are the police's efforts to reduce the number of traffic violations in Tanah Datar Regency, and (2) What are the obstacles for the police in reducing the number of traffic violations in Tanah Datar Regency. This research is juridical- sociological with a qualitative approach. This research uses primary and secondary data. Primary data were collected through interviews and observations, secondary data were collected through document studies. Data were analyzed descriptively. Research results: (1) the police implement three main strategies: pre-emptive efforts through socialization in schools and the community, preventive efforts by installing traffic signs, patrols, and supervision in zones prone to violations, and repressive efforts in the form of fines and confiscation of vehicles for violators. (2) Police obstacles in reducing the number of traffic violations in Tanah Datar Regency: low legal awareness among students, lack of synergy between the police and parents and schools, and tolerance for minor violations. Therefore, closer collaboration is needed between the police, schools, and parents in traffic education, increased supervision, and the application of stricter sanctions to reduce the number of traffic violations by students