PUBLICATION ETHICS

The Journal of Economic, Technical, and Law (JETLaw)  adheres to the highest standards of ethical practices in research and publication. We are committed to promoting integrity, transparency, and accountability in every step of the publication process. The following ethical guidelines are applicable to authors, reviewers, and editors involved in the publication process.

1. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to JRAP are expected to adhere to the following ethical guidelines:

  • Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must ensure that their manuscripts are original and have not been previously published or simultaneously submitted to other journals. Proper attribution and citation of sources are required to avoid plagiarism.

  • Data Integrity: Authors should ensure that all data presented in their research are accurate, reliable, and verifiable. Any manipulation or fabrication of data is strictly prohibited.

  • Authorship and Acknowledgement: All authors listed on a manuscript must have made substantial contributions to the research and manuscript preparation. Authors should also properly acknowledge individuals or organizations that contributed to the research but are not listed as authors.

  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that could influence the interpretation or presentation of the research. This includes funding sources, affiliations, or any personal relationships that might affect the research.

  • Retraction and Correction: In the event of errors or significant issues in published papers, authors must promptly notify the editorial board to correct or retract the publication. Any withdrawal of articles post-submission should be done transparently and in accordance with the journal’s policy.

2. Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers are essential in maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal. They are expected to:

  • Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat all manuscripts as confidential documents. They should not disclose or discuss the content of the manuscript with anyone outside the review process.

  • Objectivity: Reviews should be based on objective criteria, including the validity and significance of the research. Personal biases should not influence the review process.

  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must declare any conflicts of interest that could compromise their impartiality in evaluating the manuscript. If a conflict exists, the reviewer should recuse themselves from reviewing the manuscript.

  • Constructive Feedback: Reviewers are expected to provide constructive and detailed feedback to help authors improve their manuscript. Any recommendations for revisions or improvements should be clear and substantiated.

  • Timeliness: Reviewers should adhere to deadlines and notify the editorial board if they are unable to review a manuscript within the allotted time frame.

3. Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

The editors of JRAP hold significant responsibility for ensuring the ethical and fair management of the publication process:

  • Editorial Independence: Editors are committed to making editorial decisions based solely on the quality and scientific merit of the manuscript, without regard to external pressures from authors, institutions, or funding sources.

  • Confidentiality: Editors must protect the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts. They should not disclose any information about the manuscript to anyone other than the authors, reviewers, and necessary staff.

  • Fairness and Transparency: Editors must ensure a fair and transparent peer review process. Manuscripts will be evaluated solely on their academic merit, without regard to the authors' race, gender, nationality, or institutional affiliation.

  • Conflict of Interest: Editors should avoid situations where personal, financial, or professional interests could affect their impartiality. Any conflicts of interest should be disclosed, and appropriate actions should be taken to address them.

  • Ethical Compliance: Editors must ensure that published articles adhere to ethical standards and comply with the ethical guidelines of the journal. They should be proactive in investigating any allegations of unethical behavior, such as plagiarism or research misconduct.

4. Plagiarism and Misconduct

JRAP has a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism, data falsification, and other forms of research misconduct. Any manuscript found to contain plagiarized content or falsified data will be rejected immediately, and the author(s) may be banned from submitting future work to the journal. The editorial board may also take further action in accordance with ethical guidelines, such as notifying relevant institutions or organizations.

5. Ethical Publishing Practices

JRAP is committed to promoting ethical publishing practices. This includes adherence to established standards in scientific publishing, openness to constructive criticism, and a willingness to make necessary corrections or retractions when issues arise. The journal also supports open access to scientific research to ensure that knowledge is freely available and accessible to a global audience.

6. Ethical Oversight and Enforcement

JRAP follows all relevant ethical guidelines and standards to ensure that every stage of the publication process is conducted with integrity. Any violations of these ethical guidelines will be thoroughly investigated, and the editorial board reserves the right to take appropriate action, including the retraction of articles or banning authors from submitting to the journal.

By adhering to these publication ethics, The Journal of Economic, Technical, and Law (JETLaw) aims to maintain the integrity of the research process and provide readers with credible and reliable scholarly work.