Constitutional Authority Based on the Constitutional Court Decision in Indonesia

Iskandar  Muda; Bintan R.  Saragih; Ferry  Edwar

doi:10.25041/fiatjustisia.v17no3.2636

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25041/fiatjustisia.v17no3.2636

Abstract

This study examines the developments in the constitutional authority of the Constitutional Court, revealing four distinct advancements based on its decisions. While the Court's rulings are final and binding, this does not preclude further examination. Utilizing normative research methods, the findings highlight four developments in the Court's authority, categorized into three approaches: passive, active, and passive-active methods. Additionally, the study indicates that development efforts have occurred multiple times within the same issue. Therefore, when the Constitutional Court adjudicates cases concerning its authority in the future, it is crucial to consider the limiting factors established by prior decisions and to reflect on the three fundamental characteristics of constitutional interpretation. In the event of any future developments regarding the Constitutional Court's authority, attention to these interpretive principles remains essential.

Keywords:

Authority, Decision, Constitutional Court

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