Public Response to the Jessica Kumalawongso Murder Case Against the Films Ice Cold Murder, Coffee and Jessica Wongso: A Sociological Analysis of Law

Abstract

The homicide case of Jessica Kumalawongso has garnered public attention, eliciting diverse responses from society. This study aims to analyze societal responses to the case from a legal sociology perspective. Focusing on social patterns and legal norms reflected in public responses, the research identifies how this case influences social structures and legal norms in the community. The research employs qualitative analysis of various information sources, including media coverage and public reactions on social media. Findings indicate that societal responses to Jessica Kumalawongso's murder case reflect the complexity of social patterns and legal norms within the community. Significant differences in perceptions of the legal system exist, influenced by intensive media coverage. It contributes to comprehending the dynamics of public responses to complex criminal cases and emphasizes the importance of legal sociology analysis in controversial cases like the Jessica Kumalawongso murder.