Penerapan Azas Sederhana, Cepat Dan Biaya Ringan Di Pengadilan Agama

Abstract

One of the principles in Law Number 48 of 2009 concerning Judicial Power is the principle of simplicity, speed, and low cost, which applies to all judicial environments, including the Religious Courts. The expectation of both the state and society from this principle is a prompt and proper handling of cases in court—from registration to the judge's decision. Generally, criticisms directed at civil judicial processes include their slow pace, overly formalistic procedures, and high costs. The implementation of the principle of a simple, speedy, and low-cost judiciary is imperative, especially within the Religious Courts, considering the large number of cases and the insufficient number of judges. If this principle is not upheld, it may not only negatively impact justice seekers—by making the cost of litigation more expensive—but also result in case backlogs within the Religious Courts themselves. Efforts made by the Religious Courts to realize this principle include circuit courts (mobile courts), the establishment of legal aid posts (Posbakum), and the provision of pro bono litigation. However, it is essential to note that the application of the principle of simplicity, speed, and low cost must not compromise the principles of accuracy and justice within society