Strategy For Resolving Land Disputes Through Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution in Rural Areas

Abstract

The problem of land disputes in Indonesia is very complex. Land disputes are one of the problems that often occur in society due to differences in interests, ownership boundaries and the status of land rights. Dispute resolution through litigation often requires a long time and relatively large costs. Therefore, mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (APS) are more effective choices because they prioritize deliberation, agreement between the parties, and maintaining social relations in society. This research aims to analyze land dispute resolution strategies through mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution in Paccing Village, as well as identifying factors that support and hinder its implementation. This research uses empirical legal research methods with a qualitative approach. Data was obtained through interviews, observation and documentation, then analyzed descriptively qualitatively. The research results show that land dispute resolution in Paccing Village prioritizes mediation facilitated by the village government, community leaders and related parties as an effort to reach a peaceful agreement. This strategy is considered effective because it is able to reduce prolonged conflicts, speed up dispute resolution, and minimize costs incurred by the parties. However, the effectiveness of mediation is still influenced by the level of legal awareness of the community, the completeness of land ownership documents, and the commitment of the parties to implement the results of the agreement. Therefore, it is necessary to increase legal understanding, strengthen the role of village governments, and collaborate with land agencies so that land dispute resolution through mediation and APS can run optimally.