Legal Review of Handling of Unauthorized Land Acquisition: Land in Rappang Village, Tapango District, Polewali Mandar Regency
Abstract
This study aims to analyze the handling of unauthorized land acquisition cases by the Criminal Investigation Unit of the Polewali Mandar Police, specifically in cases that occurred in Rappang Village, Tapango District, Polewali Mandar Regency. Unauthorized land acquisition issues often trigger social conflict and hinder legal certainty regarding land rights. This study uses a qualitative approach with empirical legal methods through interviews with investigators, the National Land Agency, the Public Prosecutor, the complainant, and the accused. The data is then analyzed thematically to determine the alignment between legal norms, handling practices, and obstacles encountered in the field. The results show that the case handling process is still hampered by limited evidence, unclear land status, and weak inter-agency coordination. However, efforts to improve coordination with land agencies, strengthen the capacity of investigators, and implement strategies based on local contexts are considered to increase the effectiveness of the investigation process. Based on these findings, the study concludes that handling unauthorized land acquisition cases requires institutional synergy and optimization of land policies to achieve legal certainty and justice for the community.
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