The Relevance of Civil Procedure Law to Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in Digital Business Activities in Indonesia

Abstract

This study examines the relevance of Indonesian civil procedural law to dispute resolution mechanisms in digital business activities. The rapid development of information technology has transformed conventional commercial transactions into electronic-based interactions, giving rise to new forms of civil disputes that challenge traditional procedural frameworks. This research aims to analyze whether existing civil procedural law is able to provide legal certainty, effectiveness, and procedural justice in resolving disputes arising from digital business transactions. The study employs a normative juridical method with a statutory and conceptual approach, relying on primary legal materials in the form of legislation, as well as secondary materials such as legal doctrines and scholarly journals. The analysis focuses on key procedural aspects, including jurisdiction, electronic evidence, and the implementation of electronic court systems. The results show that although civil procedural law in Indonesia remains formally applicable to digital business disputes, significant challenges persist, particularly in relation to the authenticity and integrity of electronic evidence, territorial jurisdiction, and the execution of court decisions. The introduction of electronic court and electronic litigation systems through Supreme Court regulations demonstrates a progressive effort to modernize civil procedure and enhance efficiency in dispute resolution. The study concludes that civil procedural law is substantively relevant to digital business disputes but requires continuous adaptation and harmonization to effectively respond to technological developments while maintaining fundamental principles of due process, legal certainty, and access to justice.