DYNAMICS OF REGULATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF INTERFAITH MARRIAGES IN NO. FOLLOWING THE SUPREME COURT CIRCULAR NO. 2 OF 2023

Abstract

The legal regulation of interfaith marriages in Indonesia has undergone significant changes with the issuance of Supreme Court Circular Letter (SEMA) Number 2 of 2023. This SEMA aims to provide legal certainty and protect the rights of individuals wishing to conduct interfaith marriages. This study analyzes the impact of the SEMA on the regulation and practice of interfaith marriages in Indonesia and identifies the obstacles and challenges faced in its implementation. The research method used is normative juridical with a statutory approach, legal document analysis, and case studies. The results show that although SEMA Number 2 of 2023 provides clearer guidelines, its implementation faces various challenges, including resistance from religious communities, limited understanding by legal officials, and administrative and technical aspects. Therefore, collaborative efforts between the government, law enforcement officials, religious leaders, and the community are needed to ensure that these guidelines can be applied effectively and fairly.