Inheritance in Islam involves complexities when the deceased is Muslim but their spouse and children are of a different faith. Do they have inheritance rights?
The provisions regarding inheritance are regulated in the Compilation of Islamic Law (“KHI”) for heirs who are Muslims, commonly referred to as Islamic Inheritance Law. Meanwhile, for heirs who are non-Muslims, including Indonesian citizens of Chinese or European descent, they follow the inheritance rules in the Civil Code (“KUHPerdata“), customary law, or recognized religions in...
Read MoreHEIRS WISH TO RENOUNCE INHERITANCE, UNDERSTAND THE PROVISIONS AND PROCEDURES!
The provisions regarding inheritance are regulated in the Compilation of Islamic Law (“KHI”) for heirs who are Muslims, commonly known as Islamic Inheritance Law. Meanwhile, for heirs who are non-Muslims, including Indonesian citizens of Chinese or European descent, they follow inheritance rules in the Civil Code (“KUHPerdata”), Customary Law, or recognized religious laws in Indonesia....
Read MoreHUSBAND’S COVERT SECOND MARRIAGE WITHOUT REGISTRATION: POTENTIAL CRIMINAL CHARGES
Etymologically, a Covert Second Marriage Without Registration (Nikah Siri) is a marriage that is not officially recorded by the state. The term “siri” is derived from the Arabic language, meaning “secret.” Nikah Siri are often interpreted in society as “Underhanded Marriages,” meaning marriages performed with all the requirements and conditions fulfilled, such as the marriage...
Read MoreManagement of Minors’ Inheritance Asset Based on Civil Law
In Indonesia, inheritance law is pluralistic, with at least three types of inheritance laws still in effect and practiced in society, namely: Inheritance law based on Islamic Sharia governed by the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI). Customary inheritance law, which varies greatly in its circumstances. Inheritance law based on the Civil Code (KUHPerdata). The diversity...
Read MoreESTABLISHMENT OF HEIRS
Inheritance relates to the distribution of assets from a person who has died to people who are entitled to them, both the descendants of the deceased and people who have the right due to other relationships. According to Prof. Dr. R. Wirjono Prodjodikoro S.H., there are 3 (three) elements in inheritance law: A person...
Read MorePROCEDURE FOR CHANGING NAME ACCORDING TO INDONESIAN LAW
People can change their name for various reasons, for example adding a surname, family name, or changing their name altogether. The procedure to change one’s name is to submit an application to the District Court where the applicant is located, then register the name change with the Population and Civil Registry Service. Name changes are...
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