Deciphering Legalization of Child Born Out of Wedlock in Indonesia

Legal Ground Indonesia has a complex legal framework on child legalization born out of wedlock. There was no legal recognition or even protection for children born out of wedlock in the early years. Over time, its legal framework evolves. Only recently, efforts to implement the principles of equality and children’s fundamental rights have been addressed. Child […]

The Truth About the Origin of a Child in Indonesia

The origin of a child is a legal proceeding conducted with the child born out of wedlock in Indonesia. This is to create a relationship between the child and the biological father. It happens when you conceived a child before your marriage legally registered. This may be happen for so many reasons, among others; either of […]

Why Legalization of Child Born Out of Wedlock in Indonesia Really Matters

Child legalization in Indonesia is a very important issues. This is the proceeding to legalize the child born outside of a legal marriage. He/she has legal relationship with the mother and her family only. In order to obtain a custody privilege, the alleged father must conduct child legalization. No legal relationship will be established between the […]

The Truth About the Origin of a Child in Indonesia

The origin of a child is a legal proceeding conducted with the child born out of wedlock in Indonesia. This is to create a relationship between the child and the biological father. It happens when you conceived a child before your marriage legally registered. This may be happen for so many reasons, among others; either of […]

Fathering Illegitimate Child in Indonesia

Fathering illegitimate child can happen when you’re in a relationship with your legally wedded spouse. It means you’re committing an adulterous relationship. An adultery is a crime in Indonesia under Article 284 of Criminal Code. We called it Delik Aduan, meaning that it’s an absolute complaint offence. They can only bring you to justice if […]

Child Born Out of Wedlock in Indonesia

Child born out of wedlock in Indonesia has legal relationship with its biological mother and her family only. This principle is reflected on the child’s birth certificate. It means the birth certificate of a child born out of legal wedlock cannot include the name of its father. That was ancient regulation before we have a breakthrough from […]