LEGAL PROTECTION FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN UNREGISTERED MARRIAGES: AN ANALYSIS OF SOCIOECONOMIC IMPACTS IN INDONESIA

Authors: Nurul Miqat, Safrin Salam, Susi Susilawati, Manga Patila, Andi Bustamin Daeng Kunu, Ratu Ratna Korompot & Saharuddin Djohas

ABSTRACT

This study examines the social and economic impacts of unregistered marriages on women and children, especially in relation to the protection of civil rights, access to economic resources, and social security. The findings indicate that women in unregistered marriages are more vulnerable to the loss of legal protection concerning marital rights, inheritance, joint property, and child support. Furthermore, children born from such marriages often encounter administrative obstacles in obtaining birth certificates, educational access, healthcare services, and other forms of social protection. The absence of marriage registration also weakens the legal standing of women and children within the national legal framework, despite the marriage being religiously recognized. Therefore, this study emphasizes the importance of policy reform and the strengthening of the marriage registration system to ensure comprehensive legal protection and social justice for women and children affected by unregistered marriages in Indonesia.

Keywords: unregistered marriage, siri marriage, women’s rights, children’s rights, legal protection, social impact.

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