Publication Ethics
Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement
The publication of an article in Al Mizan Law Review constitutes an essential contribution to the development of a credible and respected body of scholarly knowledge. It reflects the quality of the work conducted by authors and the institutions supporting them. As a peer-reviewed journal, Al Mizan Law Review upholds and promotes the integrity of the scientific method.
It is therefore imperative to establish and adhere to standards of ethical behavior for all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, peer reviewers, and the publisher. This statement is developed based on the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.
Allegations of Research Misconduct
Research misconduct includes, but is not limited to, fabrication, falsification, citation manipulation, and plagiarism in the conduct, reporting, or review of research. When such misconduct is identified, the Editors bear the responsibility to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the scholarly record.
In cases of suspected misconduct, the Editors and Editorial Board of Al Mizan Law Review will follow COPE guidelines to investigate and resolve the issue fairly and transparently. Manuscripts found to contain misconduct will be rejected. If misconduct is identified after publication, the journal will issue appropriate corrections or retractions, which will be clearly linked to the original article.
The investigation process begins with an assessment of the validity of the allegation and whether it meets the criteria of research misconduct. Consideration will also be given to any potential conflicts of interest among those raising the allegation.
If credible concerns arise, the corresponding author will be contacted and requested to provide a detailed explanation on behalf of all co-authors. Based on the response, further review may involve independent experts. Where misconduct is unlikely, clarifications or corrections may be published. However, confirmed cases may result in formal corrections, retractions, or retractions with replacement.
Institutions are expected to conduct thorough investigations when necessary. Authors, editors, and institutions share responsibility for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the academic record. Through appropriate responses to ethical concerns, Al Mizan Law Review remains committed to upholding scholarly integrity.
AUTHORS
Reporting Standards
Authors must submit original manuscripts that have not been previously published and are not under consideration elsewhere. Research data must be presented accurately and transparently. Proper citation of all sources, including published works and personal communications, is required.
Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must ensure that their work is entirely original. Any use of others’ work or ideas must be properly cited.
Al Mizan Law Review utilizes plagiarism detection software (e.g., Turnitin) to assess manuscript originality.
Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Publication
Authors must not submit or publish the same research in more than one journal. Concurrent submission is considered unethical and is strictly prohibited.
Authorship of the Paper
Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the research. All contributors should be properly acknowledged. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors approve the final manuscript and its submission.
Data Access and Retention
Authors may be requested to provide raw data for editorial review and should retain such data for a reasonable period after publication.
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Authors must disclose any financial or other conflicts of interest that could influence the interpretation of their findings. All sources of funding must be clearly stated.
Fundamental Errors in Published Works
Authors are obligated to promptly notify the journal if significant errors are discovered in their published work and cooperate in issuing corrections or retractions.
EDITORS
Editors of Al Mizan Law Review are responsible for determining which manuscripts are suitable for publication based on scholarly merit, originality, and relevance. Editorial decisions are guided by the journal’s policies and applicable legal requirements.
Fair Play
Manuscripts are evaluated solely on intellectual merit, without regard to authors’ race, gender, religion, nationality, or political beliefs.
Confidentiality
Editors and editorial staff must maintain the confidentiality of all submitted manuscripts and related communications.
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Editors must not use unpublished materials for their own research without explicit written consent from the author.
REVIEWERS
Contribution to Editorial Decisions
Peer reviewers assist editors in making publication decisions and help authors improve their manuscripts.
Promptness
Reviewers should complete reviews in a timely manner or decline promptly if unable to do so.
Confidentiality
Manuscripts under review must be treated as confidential documents.
Standards of Objectivity
Reviews should be conducted objectively and constructively, supported by clear arguments.
Acknowledgment of Sources
Reviewers should identify relevant work not cited by authors and report any overlap or similarity with other publications.
Disclosure and Conflict of Interest
Reviewers must not use privileged information for personal advantage and should recuse themselves from reviewing manuscripts where conflicts of interest exist.
PUBLISHER
PT. Karya Riset dan Publikasi Indonesia (KRPI), as the publisher of Al Mizan Law Review, is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity throughout all stages of the publishing process.
The publisher ensures that editorial decisions are independent and not influenced by commercial interests, including advertising or sponsorship. Furthermore, the publisher supports communication between journals when necessary and collaborates with all stakeholders to uphold best practices in handling ethical issues, corrections, and retractions.
Where required, the publisher is prepared to provide legal guidance to address complex ethical matters.
