<![CDATA[The codification of customary law constitutes a strategic legal instrument for preserving and reinforcing local wisdom amid increasingly complex social transformations. However, this dimension has largely been overlooked in previous studies. In response to these limitations, this study focuses on analyzing the significance of customary law codification in the context of preserving and reinforcing local wisdom within the community. This research employs a qualitative descriptive design based on a case study approach. The findings indicate that the codification of Rejang customary law constitutes a strategic and urgent legal measure for safeguarding the sustainability of the legal system while preserving local wisdom. The previously unwritten nature of customary law has led to legal uncertainty, divergent interpretations, and a weakening of its legitimacy within a society that is becoming increasingly rational and critical. Moreover, the strengthening of customary institutions and the establishment of customary courts emerge as key factors in ensuring the effective enforcement of law at the local level. The significance of this study lies in its potential to inform systematic policy development on customary law codification while providing a conceptual foundation for advancing adaptive and sustainable customary law scholarship.]]>
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