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The exploitation of children by parents through forced begging is a serious violation of children's rights protected by national law. This study aims to analyze legal protection for children based on Law Number 35 of 2014 concerning Child Protection and the Indonesian Penal Code (KUHP). The research method used is normative juridical with a statutory approach. The analysis shows that the state firmly prohibits the exploitation of children and imposes criminal sanctions on parents who force their children to beg. This protection includes both preventive and repressive measures. The Penal Code also strengthens child protection through provisions regarding criminal acts against minors. However, the implementation faces obstacles such as economic conditions, cultural factors, and lack of supervision. Strengthening legal enforcement and raising public awareness are necessary to ensure that child protection is effectively carried out. This study concludes that although legal instruments are available, concrete steps are still needed to eliminate child exploitation practices within the family environment.

Child exploitation in Indonesia, especially by parents in the practice of begging, is a serious problem that violates children's human rights. This research analyzes law enforcement against criminal acts of child exploitation based on Law No. 23/2002 on Child Protection, which prohibits economic exploitation and provides strict sanctions. Despite the legal provisions, implementation and law enforcement still face significant challenges, including economic factors, low parental education, and social norms that consider begging as normal. This research uses a normative juridical method with a statutory and case approach to evaluate the application of the law and provide recommendations. The results show that the lack of legal awareness and rehabilitation support for victims hinders the effectiveness of protection. Therefore, collaboration between the government, law enforcement officials, and the community is needed to raise awareness about children's rights, strengthen law enforcement, and provide sustainable social interventions. With concrete steps, it is hoped that the protection of children from exploitation can be effectively realized.