Analisis Hukum Keperdataan Islam terhadap Kewenangan Pegawai Pencatat Nikah dalam Menolak Pernikahan: Studi Kasus di KUA Rancabali

Abstract

This study aims to analyse the authority of marriage registration officers (PPN) in rejecting marriage applications from the perspective of Islamic civil law. The focus of the research is directed at the implementation of this authority in the Religious Affairs Office (KUA) of Rancabali District, as well as the legal basis that underlies it both from the aspect of national regulations and fiqh norms. This research uses a qualitative method with a juridical-sociological approach, through interviews, observations, and document studies of practices in the field. The results show that the VAT has the authority to reject marriage applications that do not fulfil administrative and shar'i requirements, such as the absence of the guardian's permission or the prospective bride and groom not meeting the minimum age limit. The findings also show that in practice, VATs face a dilemma between compliance with the law and local social or cultural pressures. The conclusion of this study is that the authority to refuse marriage by VATs is a form of legal protection for the validity of marriage and needs to be supported by ongoing socialisation to the community.