trial or during the mediation process. There are indications that the absence of the parties
is done intentionally and aims to accelerate the divorce process. The absence of the
parties in the mediation process shows that the parties do not have good faith to resolve
the case amicably. The absence of the parties twice in a row without a clear reason and/or
not sending a representative causes more divorce cases to be decided by verdict.
Service quality is a condition where a dynamic relationship is created between
service users and service providers. If the service provided is in accordance with what is
expected by service users, then the service is a quality service, otherwise, if the service
provided is not in accordance with what service users expect, then the service is not
quality. Good or bad service quality is not based on the point of view or perception of
service providers or services, but rather based on consumer perceptions and applicable
rules or regulations regarding service quality. The low quality of public services
provided by government officials is a bad image of the government in society. Some
people who have dealt with the bureaucracy always complain and are disappointed with
the various services provided, and there are even some people who still underestimate
the performance of the bureaucracy. The services provided in general have not satisfied
the community.
According to Sugiyono (2015), evaluation is a process to find out how far the
planning can be implemented and how far the program objectives are achieved.
According to Moenir (2006), public service is an activity carried out by a person or group
of people based on material factors through certain systems, procedures, and methods
in an effort to fulfill the interests of others according to their rights. The word "quality"
contains many meanings, according to the Indonesian Dictionary, quality means: (1) the
level of good and bad of something; (2) degree or level (intelligence, skill, etc.); or quality.
The definition of quality according to (Tjiptono, 2004) is: Compliance with requirements,
Suitability for use Continuous improvement, Free from damage/defects, Fulfillment of
customer needs from the start and at all times, Doing everything right, Something that
can make customers happy. According to Ibrahim (2008: 22), the quality of public
services is a dynamic condition related to products, services, people, processes, and the
environment where quality assessment is determined at the time of the provision of
public services. Service activities organized by the state to the community include many
things that cover all community needs.
To measure the quality of public services at the Cirebon City Religious Court
Office, Sugiyono (2015) proposed a comprehensive service evaluation method. Sugiyono
highlighted the complexity of the divorce application process as one of the main
indicators of service. The data collected showed that the number of divorces in Cirebon
City was quite high, reflecting the need for efficient and effective services. Through
initial assumptions and direct surveys, Sugiyono found that many applicants felt the
complex divorce process prolonged time and increased costs, as well as adding to the
emotional burden. The facts on the ground suggest shortcomings in transparency and
clarity of procedures, as well as a need to improve the competence and attitude of
officers in handling divorce cases. This study recommends reforms in service procedures