The Easta Journal Law and Human Rights
Vol. 4 No. 03 (2026): The Easta Journal Law and Human Rights (ESLHR)

Legal Liability of Shipping Companies in Cash-on-Delivery Transactions for Violations of Consumer Rights

Bella Islamia Mokodompit (Faculty of Law, Gorontalo State University)
Nirwan Junus (Faculty of Law, Gorontalo State University)
Moh. Taufiq Zulfikar Sarson (Faculty of Law, Gorontalo State University)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Jun 2026

Abstract

The development of e-commerce has driven the use of the Cash on Delivery (COD) method as a payment alternative that enhances consumer trust, yet it also raises legal issues regarding the liability of shipping companies. This study aims to analyze the form of legal liability of shipping companies in COD transactions regarding violations of consumer rights and to identify weaknesses in existing regulations. The research method employed is a normative legal approach using legislative and conceptual frameworks, through a literature review of primary and secondary legal sources. The results indicate that regulations regarding the liability of shipping companies in COD transactions remain unclear and fall within a normative gray area. Shipping companies can no longer be positioned merely as carriers but also as parties involved in the transaction process. Therefore, a proportional liability framework is required using an intermediary liability and joint liability approach. This study emphasizes the importance of legal reform through regulatory harmonization to strengthen consumer protection in digital transactions.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

eslhr

Publisher

Subject

Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Associated with the Eastasouth Institute, the ESLHR - The Easta Journal Law and Human Rights is a three-times-a-year publication and aims to publish scientific papers on issues involving Law and Human Rights, from an interdisciplinary perspective, encouraging the dialogue with other areas of Law and ...