Legal Review of the Effect of Technological Developments on Notary Services in Making Authentic Deeds

Abstract

Technological advancements have compelled notaries to enhance their legal services to meet the evolving demands of society, leading to the adoption of the cyber notary concept. Implementing cyber notaries is anticipated to improve notarial services by enabling electronic execution of notarial deeds, thereby providing greater legal certainty for both notaries and the public. This research aims to analyze the application of the cyber notary concept in Indonesia, assess the legal certainty it offers, and identify obstacles hindering its implementation. A normative juridical method was employed, focusing on the examination of legal literature and statutory regulations. The study reveals that while cyber notaries are acknowledged in Indonesian law, their practical implementation faces significant challenges due to unclear regulations and overlapping legislation. The absence of explicit legal provisions regarding the authority of notaries to execute deeds electronically leads to legal uncertainty. The findings underscore the necessity for comprehensive legal frameworks to resolve inhibiting factors and provide clear guidelines for the implementation of cyber notaries. Establishing explicit regulations would enhance notarial services and ensure security and legal certainty for both notaries and the public in the electronic execution of deeds.