Penyelesaian Sengketa Tanah Adat di Desa Ridool
Abstract
This study examines the factors causing customary land disputes and the mechanisms for resolving them in Ridool Village, Tanimbar Islands Regency. This research employs an empirical juridical method, using primary data obtained through interviews and documentation, as well as secondary data consisting of laws and regulations, books, journals, and customary law documents. The findings indicate that customary land disputes in Ridool Village are primarily influenced by unclear land boundaries that still rely on natural markers, uncertainty regarding inheritance and the genealogy of land ownership, the involvement of third parties, the dualism between customary law and formal law, the limited role of customary leaders or historical witnesses, and the increasing economic value of land. In practice, dispute resolution prioritizes customary deliberation and a family-oriented approach. The stages include reporting and initial mediation, customary deliberation, a family approach, the use of customary rituals or oaths, and the determination of customary decisions. These mechanisms aim to restore social relationships and maintain community harmony. The study also demonstrates the importance of documenting and mapping customary land boundaries, documenting the history of land ownership, strengthening customary deliberation forums, and improving coordination with the government in order to enhance legal certainty.
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