Implementation Of Restorative Justice Through Jambar And Tajuak Customary Sanctions In Countering Defamation In The Digital Era A Case Study In Pasar Talo Village, Seluma Regency

Abstract

This empirical juridical research analyzes the effectiveness of the traditional sanctions Jambar and Tajuak in addressing digital defamation in Pasar Talo Village, Seluma Regency. Although national criminal law dominates the formal legal framework, the local community continues to maintain customary mechanisms for resolving disputes. The deliberation process led by traditional elders (tuha-tuha adat) at the customary hall prioritizes restoring social relationships, protecting the dignity of the injured party and achieving reconciliation. This mechanism is considered more responsive to community needs than formal litigation. Despite challenges posed by social media’s cross-regional and anonymous nature, customary values remain relevant as instruments for conflict resolution and maintaining social balance in the digital era.