Publication Ethics

Sah Jurnal Hukum is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. The journal takes all necessary measures to prevent publication malpractice and unethical behavior in the publishing process. This statement outlines the ethical responsibilities of all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher.

1. Authors’ Responsibilities

Authors must ensure that:

  • The manuscript submitted is original, has not been published previously, and is not under consideration elsewhere.

  • All sources are properly cited, and plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited.

  • The data and findings presented are accurate and free from fabrication, falsification, or manipulation.

  • Authorship is limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the work.

  • Any potential conflicts of interest are clearly disclosed.

2. Editors’ Responsibilities

Editors are responsible for:

  • Making publication decisions based on the academic merit, originality, clarity, and relevance of the manuscript.

  • Ensuring a fair, objective, and confidential peer-review process.

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and reviewer identities.

  • Taking appropriate action in cases of suspected ethical misconduct.

3. Reviewers’ Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Conduct reviews objectively, constructively, and in a timely manner.

  • Treat manuscripts as confidential documents.

  • Identify relevant published works that have not been cited by the authors.

  • Declare any conflicts of interest and withdraw from the review process when necessary.

4. Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct

All manuscripts submitted to Sah Jurnal Hukum are screened for plagiarism using reliable plagiarism detection tools. Manuscripts involving plagiarism, self-plagiarism, or other forms of academic misconduct will be rejected.

5. Conflict of Interest

All parties involved in the publication process must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence the research, review, or editorial decision-making process.

6. Corrections and Retractions

If ethical issues or significant errors are discovered after publication, Sah Jurnal Hukum will issue corrections, retractions, or statements of concern as appropriate.