Warning: Illegal Parking in Jogja During Lebaran Holiday Will Face Electronic Ticketing
Police will tighten surveillance of illegal parking in Jogja during the Lebaran holiday. In addition to persuasive guidance, electronic ticketing (ETLE) enforcement has been prepared for drivers who park illegally, whilst unlicensed parking attendants will face minor criminal charges (tipiring).
The Traffic Chief of Jogja City Police, Senior Police Commissioner Alvian Hidayat, stated that his office has coordinated with the Transportation Department (Dishub) and consolidated both official parking attendants and landowners operating parking facilities. This measure is being taken to ensure that parking services for tourists run in an orderly manner.
“We have already gathered officially licensed parking attendants and those who own parking facilities. They are ready to welcome tourists, not just seeking income but also being transparent regarding parking rates,” said Alvian when contacted by detikJogja on Thursday (12 March 2026).
Alvian explained that parking attendants have been encouraged to display parking rates clearly and provide receipts to tourists. He also emphasised that illegal parking practices using public roadways would not be tolerated as they have the potential to cause traffic congestion.
“Our parking attendants are encouraged to be transparent regarding their parking rates. The tariffs are displayed, and then there are receipts issued, so it is clear and not arbitrary,” he said.
To anticipate this, Alvian stated that officers will be deployed at several locations frequently used for illegal parking. In addition, enforcement will also be carried out through electronic ticketing using handheld ETLE devices.
“Now we are using devices like mobile phones. Members simply photograph vehicles that are in violation, and the data is immediately entered and validated. After that, the evidence of the ticket can be printed and attached with a QR code,” he said.
“This is not merely an appeal. If a ticket is attached, it means a citation has already been issued. Later, if the ticket is not acknowledged or the fine is not paid, the vehicle can be blocked,” he added.
Meanwhile, for unlicensed parking attendants who persist in operating, police stated that enforcement can be carried out through joint operations with relevant agencies, including the Civil Service Police. Sanctions being prepared include minor criminal charges (tipiring).
“For illegal parking attendants, there will be a task force conducting enforcement. At minimum, they can be charged with a minor criminal offence or tipiring,” he said.
“We hope that both residents and tourists can enjoy their holiday in Jogja comfortably without being disrupted by illegal parking practices,” he concluded.