Legal analysis of freedom of expression and online humour in Indonesia
Legal analysis of freedom of expression and online humour in Indonesia

Summary/Abstract: This paper examines the issue of freedom of expression in relation to online humour, particularly in Indonesian law. Despite being an inherent individual right within the broadscope of freedom of expression, there is currently no clear demarcation line in Indonesian lawto position humour as an integral aspect of this right and of entertainment. Consequently, formsof humour such as memes, parodies, and satire may potentially be considered as insulting dueto the subjective nature of humour and the lack of a consistent interpretation. This legaluncertainty raises concerns about the protection of freedom of expression as a fundamentalhuman right in the present era. Despite the protection granted by the Constitution and variouslaws, Indonesia's legal framework does not explicitly define humour as a constituent of freedomof expression, thus leaving its interpretation to the discretion of the courts.

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