The Importance of The Consignment Mechanism Within The Islamic Court System as A Guarantee of Post-Divorce Alimony Payments

Ahmad Atas Muhrof (Universitas Islam Malang, Indonesia)
Moh. Muhibbin (Universitas Islam Malang, Indonesia)
Ahmad Syaifudin (Universitas Islam Malang, Indonesia)
Gers Daviars Satindra (Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia)

Pena Justisia: Media Komunikasi dan Kajian Hukum
Vol. 24 No. 1 (2025): Pena Justisia

This empirical legal study examines the implementation and urgency of the consignment mechanism in the Ngawi Islamic Court to secure post-divorce alimony payments. Using statutory and sociological approaches, the research finds that the mechanism helps safeguard iddah, mut'ah, madhiyah, and child support while protecting both parties’ legal rights. However, inconsistent implementation and the absence of a clear statutory basis create legal uncertainty. The study concludes that formal regulation of consignment in the Islamic court system is essential to ensure legal certainty, effective enforcement of post-divorce financial obligations, and stronger protection of women’s and children’s rights.