Evaluation of the Impact of Implementing the Law on Mandatory Registration of Immovable Property Transactions in Reducing Property Disputes in Judicial Authorities

Saremi, Hatam

doi:10.22034/jml.2026.735381

Evaluation of the Impact of Implementing the Law on Mandatory Registration of Immovable Property Transactions in Reducing Property Disputes in Judicial Authorities

Document Type : Original Article

Author

hatam saremi

Department of Law,North Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, North Tehran, Iran

10.22034/jml.2026.735381

Abstract

Effective implementation of the “Mandatory Registration of Transactions of Immovable Property Act” constitutes a crucial legal instrument for fostering order and transparency in real estate transfers and preventing disputes in judicial forums. This study aims to assess the impact of enforcing this law on the reduction of property-related lawsuits in judicial authorities, as well as clarify the practical obstacles and challenges to its execution. To this end, the theoretical foundations and relevant regulations are analyzed, and the process of bringing and adjudicating real estate disputes before and after the enforcement of the act is examined through statistical data and case studies. The findings indicate that, while the law significantly enhances the credibility of official documents, reduces informal transactions, and limits conflicting transactions, persistent reliance on informal deeds, insufficient legal awareness, lack of effective supervision over unofficial document drafting, and certain ambiguities in legal interpretation and application have prevented full realization of the legislator’s objectives. Based on the results, clear regulations, greater incentives and enforcement for the use of official documents, the development of electronic registration platforms, and synergy among notary offices, registry administrations, and judicial authorities can substantially reduce property disputes and improve legal security in real estate transactions.

Keywords

mandatory registration

immovable property transactions

official and informal deeds

property disputes

judicial authorities

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