Publication Ethics Policy
- General Principles:
KB Law Scholars Journal is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in publishing legal research and scholarship.
The journal adheres to established ethical guidelines and industry best practices, including those outlined by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).
- Responsibilities of Authors:
Authors must ensure that the submitted work is original, has not been published elsewhere, and is not under consideration by other journals.
Authors should accurately acknowledge the work of others, provide proper citations, and avoid plagiarism.
Data and research results should be presented accurately, and any potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed.
- Responsibilities of Reviewers:
Reviewers are expected to conduct unbiased, constructive, and timely reviews of submissions.
Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the review process and promptly disclose any conflicts of interest.
If a reviewer suspects ethical misconduct or plagiarism, they should promptly report it to the journal's editorial office.
- Responsibilities of Editors:
Editors are responsible for ensuring the fairness and integrity of the publication process.
Editorial decisions should be based on the academic merit of the work, without regard to the author's identity, affiliations, or other biases.
Editors must maintain the confidentiality of all submitted materials and ensure the anonymity of the review process.
- Handling of Ethical Issues:
KB Law Scholars Journal will investigate any ethical concerns or allegations of misconduct promptly and impartially.
Appropriate actions may include retracting or correcting published articles, and informing relevant parties, such as the author's institution and relevant authorities.
- Conflicts of Interest:
Editors, reviewers, and authors are expected to disclose any conflicts of interest that may compromise the fairness and objectivity of the publication process.
- Copyright and Licensing:
KB Law Scholars Journal respects the copyright and intellectual property rights of authors.
Published articles are typically made available under an open-access license that allows for the dissemination of knowledge while preserving the author's rights.
- Transparency and Corrections:
KB Law Scholars Journal is committed to transparency in its editorial process and will promptly correct any errors or inaccuracies found in published work.
- Appeals:
Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions or the handling of their manuscripts.
Appeals will be considered by an independent body within the journal.
- Continuous Improvement:
KB Law Scholars Journal is dedicated to ongoing education and improvement of its publication ethics policies and practices.
This policy serves as a guideline for all involved in the publication process to ensure the highest ethical standards in publishing legal research and scholarship and to maintain the integrity of the journal.
