ABSTRACT
This article aims to analyze the contents of the Local Regulation on prostitution from various regions in Indonesia, viewed from the perspective of gender equality and human rights. The analysis focused on the motivation behind the establishment of regulations on prostitution, the perception of prostitutes and prostitution, and the implications for prostitution enforcement action. Analysis of data using interactive analysis starts from a data collection activities, interpret, and end with a conclusion. The study concluded that most of the regulation of prostitution was made with consideration to uphold social order and prevent sexual misconduct. On the definition of prostitutes and prostitution, most regulations interpret it in terms of the moral perspective as a form of sexual misconduct, adultery or obscene. In formulating the prohibition and enforcement actions, many regulations identify prostitutes only by prejudice against suspicious attitude or behavior giving rise to a presumption that a person is a prostitute. This definition is very open to multiple interpretations and gender bias, because women tend to be suspicious of certain behavior and appearance. Therefore, in terms of implementation these regulations could potentially open up opportunities for the occurrence of false arrest and violation of human rights.
Keywords: Local regulation, Prostitution, Gender, Human Rights