NGANTAK SALAH PROSES PENYELESAIAN PERKARA PADA TRADISI SEBAMBANGAN PERNIKAHAN ADAT LAMPUNG

Abstract

Sebambangan, or elopement marriage, is a traditional form of marriage that continues to be practiced among the Lampung community, particularly within the Pepadun group. This tradition emerged as a response to the complexity and high costs of customary wedding ceremonies, which often place a burden on the families involved. In addition to serving as a solution to economic and customary bureaucratic constraints, Sebambangan is also carried out in situations where parental consent is lacking, reflecting the couple’s commitment to continue their relationship. Although initially conducted without formal approval, the Sebambangan process is subsequently followed by recognized customary settlement stages, such as Ngatak Salah/Pranato, Nembak Bedil, and the Ijab Kabul ceremony. This tradition not only reflects flexibility within customary practices but also illustrates the socio-cultural dynamics of the Lampung community in balancing traditional values with social realities