Document background
A Civil Separation Agreement is a crucial legal document used in Indonesia when married couples decide to live separately without immediately pursuing divorce. This agreement operates within the framework of Indonesian civil law, particularly the Civil Code (Kitab Undang-undang Hukum Perdata) and Marriage Law No. 1 of 1974. It's typically used when couples need time apart to evaluate their marriage, when immediate divorce is not desired due to religious or cultural reasons, or when parties need to establish clear legal and financial boundaries during their separation. The document comprehensively addresses property division, financial obligations, living arrangements, and child custody matters if applicable. For Muslim couples, it must also consider Islamic law principles and may require involvement of the Religious Courts. The agreement provides legal protection for both parties while maintaining the marriage's legal status, making it particularly important in Indonesia's complex legal system that recognizes both civil and religious jurisdictions.
