Implikasi Frasa ‘Masih Ada’ Pasal 3 Uupa bagi Pengakuan Masyarakat Adat dan Kebijakan “Ius Constituendum”

Ilham Muhammad Zain (Universitas Negeri Surabaya)
Aab Abdul Jamalul Lael (Universitas Negeri Surabaya)
Khoirul Abdul Aziz (Universitas Negeri Surabaya)
Tevan Agus Setiawan (Universitas Negeri Surabaya)
Exsyel Hendy Basuki (Universitas Negeri Surabaya)
Hezron Sabar Rotua Tinambunan (Universitas Negeri Surabaya)

Jurnal Hukum Lex Generalis
Vol 7 No 3 (2026): Tema Hukum Adat dan Kebiasaan

The phrase "sepanjang menurut kenyataannya masih ada" in Article 3 of the UUPA creates normative ambiguity that places indigenous peoples in a vulnerable position. This study aims to analyze the juridical implications of the phrase and formulate ius constituendum policies. The discussion results indicate that this phrase is a transitional arrangement resulting in sectoral regulatory fragmentation and complex administrative burdens of proof for indigenous peoples. In conclusion, a paradigm shift from conditional to inherent recognition is required. Future policies must remove the phrase, adopt self-identification principles and harmonize regulations to ensure legal certainty and justice for indigenous peoples.