Abstract:
This research aims to analyze the legal strength of electronic certificates produced through the land registration mechanism in Indonesia as proof of ownership of land rights which can provide legal protection to land rights holders. The research method used is qualitative through a normative approach, analyzing legislation, theory, doctrine, and journals to find the legal standing of electronic certificates to sharpen the analysis of the legal standing of electronic certificates that protect the security of land rights. The legal materials used are primary legal materials and secondary legal materials. The results of the research show that electronic certificates as a means of statutory regulations function to prevent land disputes and have main value or advantages compared to analog land certificates so that ownership of land rights becomes safer. On the other hand, electronic certificates have legality as documentary evidence and are oriented towards increasing the economic value of land which repressively protects the interests of land rights holders. Conclusion: The application of electronic certificates as proof of ownership of land is a legal tool that has the legal force to protect the interests of land rights holders.
