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The traditional motifs of Ulos Batak Toba, as an important element of intangible cultural heritage, hold strong cultural and economic value. However, the absence of optimal legal protection and lack of local regulations make these motifs highly vulnerable to misuse, counterfeiting, and commercialization without benefiting local communities. This study aims to analyze the current state of legal protection for traditional Ulos Batak Toba motifs as potential geographical indications and to identify measures that local governments can take to strengthen such protection for sustainable cultural preservation. This research highlights the urgency of integrating local government regulations with the national geographical indication framework to protect intangible cultural assets, an aspect that has received limited scholarly and policy attention. The study applies a normative juridical approach with data from literature review, analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model through reduction, display, and verification. The findings indicate that although local governments play a critical role in protecting Ulos Batak Toba motifs, limited understanding and weak regulations hinder effective implementation. Stronger local policies and increased public awareness are essential to prevent counterfeiting and promote the cultural and economic value of these traditional motifs.

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Siahaan, P. G., Batu, D. P. L., Nababan, R., & Junaidi, J. (2026). Legal Protection of Ulos Batak Toba Motifs as a Geographical Indication in Preserving Intangible Cultural Heritage. Jurnal Bina Mulia Hukum, 10(2), 252-275. https://doi.org/10.24198/jbmh.v10i2.2245
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