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Journal : Contemporary Issues on Interfaith Law and Society

Battle for Blood: Child Custody Conflicts in Divorce – Islamic vs. Customary Law Sarfitri, Destika Santi Putri; Damayanti, Ratih; Fidiyani, Rini; Winarsih, Winarsih; Qoiri, Mutmainah Nur; Muhsen, Jamaluddin Jamal
Contemporary Issues on Interfaith Law and Society Vol 3 No 2 (2024): July-December, 2024
Publisher : Faculty of Law, Universitas Negeri Semarang

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Child custody disputes following divorce often become complex legal and emotional battles, especially when religious and customary laws intersect. In many Muslim-majority societies, Islamic law (Sharia) and customary law (adat) both influence custody decisions, sometimes complementing each other but often conflicting in practice. Islamic law prioritizes the child’s welfare while emphasizing maternal custody during early childhood (hadanah) and paternal guardianship (wilayah) in later years. However, customary law, deeply rooted in local traditions, can override or modify these principles based on community norms, family ties, and social status. This study explores the legal and cultural dimensions of child custody disputes in divorce cases, analyzing the extent to which Islamic law and customary law shape judicial decisions and parental rights. While Islamic law prescribes clear guidelines, its application varies across jurisdictions, influenced by local customs and judicial interpretations. In many cases, customary norms challenge Islamic legal principles, leading to inconsistencies and gendered biases that may disadvantage mothers or overlook the best interests of the child. As globalization and legal reforms push for greater adherence to human rights and child protection standards, the tension between religious and customary laws raises critical questions about the future of custody rulings. This paper examines landmark cases, legal frameworks, and the evolving role of Islamic and customary laws in shaping custody outcomes. By comparing these perspectives, it seeks to highlight the need for harmonized legal solutions that prioritize the child’s well-being while respecting cultural and religious traditions.
Co-Authors Abimanyu, Arvi Anggito Ahmadi Hasan Al Amruzi, HM Fahmi Alkhair, Rayyan Allecya Nor Malita Sari Andry Setiawan, Andry Anitasari, Rahayu Fery APHA, Journal Manager Aryanda, Avilla Deva Azka, Syahna Hanani Channiago, Erin Daffa, Hafidz Damayanti, Ditta Dwi Dani Muhtada Dewi Sulistianingsih Dominikus Rato Emy Handayani Eni Setyo Susilowati Fauzan, Moh. Mustakim Fauzi, Agvin Gusti Muzainah Haerudin Haidarrani, Ananda Hairani, Justika Hanum, Holy Latifah hilma paramita Irawaty Irawaty Jasmine, Rizkya Kevin Fausta Zahran Khoirina, Nisa Khomariyah, Maulida Nurul Marthalia, Sherly Niken Marthin, Marthin MHS, Wazir Arwani Mubarokah, Wakhidatul Muchammad Shidqon Prabowo Muhsen, Jamaluddin Jamal Muhsin Aseri, Muhsin Mukminto, Eko Mukti, Wisnu Ali Muna, Khozainul Musafa’, Alief Qurratul Ain Musbikhatil Khasanah, Shofiyani Ningsih, Ayup Suran Nugraheni, Prasasti Dyah Nugroho, Samuel Adi Nur Aida, Nur Nurul Fibrianti Pawana, Sekhar Chandra Prameswari, Larasati Prasetya, Rizky Andeza Pujiono Pujiono Purboningrum, Cahya Rini Purwoko, Agus Putra, Muhammad Reza Wahyu Artura Putra, Tegar Islami Putri, Debby Annisa Putri, Fadilla Elza Aida Putri, Sabila Rizki Mahadewi Qoiri, Mutmainah Nur Rahayu, Sang Ayu Putu Ramli, Asmarani Rasdi Rasdi, Rasdi Ratih Damayanti Ratna Laniati Retnani, Diyah Satya Rindia Fanny Kusumaningtyas Riyatno Riyatno, Riyatno Rofi Wahanisa Rosnidar Sembiring Salsabila, Zahra Rani Sarfitri, Destika Santi Putri Sastroatmojo, Sudijono Simangunsong, Edward Michael Siti Nuzulia, Siti Sri Warjiyati Sudijono Sastroatmodjo, Sudijono SUGIARTO, LAGA Suhadi Suprapto Suprapto Suwandoko Syukron Salam, Syukron Ubaidillah Kamal Ummu Salamah Musaddad W, Widhiyanto Wahidah Wahidah Warayuda, Tirsa Mayfira Evelyne Wardana, Sefian Dwi Sukma Wardhani, Harumsari Puspa Wardhani, Putri Kusuma Widyastuti, Hilmania Winarsih Winarsih Yudistira, Ivan Bhakti Yuli Prasetyo Adhi Yusticia Dewi Maharani Zeti Nofita Sari Ziyad, Ziyad