Optimizing the Moronene Customary Oath (Tanduale) as a Mechanism for Dispute Resolution in Bombana Regency

Authors

  • Jusafri Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka
  • Faisal Herisetiawan Jafar Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka
  • Nur Hidayani Alimuddin Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka
  • Habib Gansalangi Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.38035/jlph.v6i5.3644

Keywords:

Tanduale, Moronene customary law, dispute resolution, non-litigation, living law

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation mechanism and application of the Moronene Customary Oath (Tanduale) as a means of dispute resolution in Bombana Regency. This research employs an empirical normative legal method using both conceptual and statutory approaches. Data were collected through literature review, observation, interviews with Moronene customary leaders, and analysis of relevant documents. The findings reveal that the implementation of Tanduale consists of several stages, namely the emergence of a dispute, submission of the case to customary institutions, customary deliberation, ritual preparation, oath administration, issuance of a customary decision, and monitoring of customary consequences. Its effectiveness is supported by the community’s adherence to customary law, belief in the spiritual consequences of the oath, and the social legitimacy of customary authorities. Tanduale is commonly used in resolving disputes related to customary land rights, inheritance, allegations of theft, and violations of customary norms. This study confirms that Tanduale represents a form of living law that remains functional within the Moronene community and possesses significant potential to be optimized as a non-litigation dispute resolution mechanism that promotes peace and social harmony in Bombana Regency.

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2026-08-17

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Jusafri, J., Jafar, F. H., Alimuddin, N. H., & Gansalangi, H. (2026). Optimizing the Moronene Customary Oath (Tanduale) as a Mechanism for Dispute Resolution in Bombana Regency. Journal of Law, Politic and Humanities, 6(5), 4390–4399. https://doi.org/10.38035/jlph.v6i5.3644

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