CRIME in the midst of society has undergone various changes, both in terms of form, type, motive, even to the cause of occurrence. The legal aspects in responding to crime are not only related to aspects of law enforcement or repression, but also prevention. Law is considered as a way to create a peaceful and prosperous society, one of which is through social engineering. In many countries, including Indonesia, industrialization, urbanization and rapid social change are among the causes of the emergence and development of various crimes. This Journal edition provide eight articles concerning to criminal law and contemporary issues on criminal law, and one article on general topics of law, and one book review. JILS this edition has been indexed by Index Copernicus International (ICI) World of Journals, HeinOnline, Microsoft Acadmeict Search, Portal Garuda Ristekdikti, and many more. We are on preparation to submit out journal into SINTA and ARJUNA Ristekdikti, and also International Reputable Journal Indexers