Guide for Authors

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Author Guidelines of Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law.

Justitia Nova is an international, peer-reviewed, fully open-access journal published by the Faculty of Sharia and Law, Institut Miftahul Huda Al Azhar, Indonesia. The journal provides a scholarly platform for the publication of original, high-quality legal research that contributes to the advancement of law, justice, governance, public policy, and sustainable legal development at national, regional, and global levels.

The journal welcomes submissions from academics, researchers, legal practitioners, judges, policymakers, doctoral candidates, and postgraduate students. Manuscripts should demonstrate originality, academic rigor, methodological soundness, and a meaningful contribution to legal scholarship.

Justitia Nova publishes manuscripts employing a wide range of legal research approaches, including:

Doctrinal legal research.
Empirical legal research.
Comparative legal studies.
Socio-legal research.
Interdisciplinary legal research.
Normative legal analysis.
Policy-oriented legal research.

The journal accepts the following types of manuscripts:

Original Research Articles.
Review Articles.
Conceptual Papers.
Case Analyses.

All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial assessment, similarity screening, and a rigorous Double-Blind Peer Review process conducted by independent experts. Editorial decisions are based exclusively on academic merit, originality, methodological quality, legal significance, and relevance to the journal's aims and scope.

Before submitting a manuscript, authors are strongly encouraged to read these Author Guidelines carefully. Compliance with the journal's editorial policies and formatting requirements will facilitate efficient editorial processing and help ensure a smooth peer review process.

Submission of a manuscript to Justitia Nova confirms that the authors:

Have read and understood these Author Guidelines.
Agree to comply with all editorial and publication policies of the journal.
Confirm that the manuscript is original and has not been previously published.
Confirm that the manuscript is not under consideration by another journal.
Accept the journal's policies on publication ethics, research integrity, plagiarism, conflicts of interest, copyright, open access, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Agree to participate in the Double-Blind Peer Review process.
Accept the journal's editorial decisions as part of a fair, transparent, and independent publication process.

Manuscripts that do not comply with the journal's policies, ethical standards, or formatting requirements may be returned to the authors for technical revision or declined prior to peer review.

The Editorial Board of Justitia Nova is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing and encourages authors to contribute research that advances legal knowledge, supports evidence-based policymaking, and promotes meaningful legal reform within both Indonesian and international contexts.

Bagus. Setelah Introduction, bagian berikutnya adalah Before You Submit. Ini adalah bagian yang sangat penting karena berfungsi sebagai "gerbang awal" bagi penulis sebelum mengirimkan naskah. Saya menyarankan membuatnya lebih komprehensif daripada sekadar checklist sederhana.

2. Before You Submit

Authors are encouraged to carefully review the following requirements before submitting a manuscript to Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law. Compliance with these requirements will facilitate editorial assessment, peer review, and publication.

Scope and Suitability

Before submission, authors should ensure that the manuscript:

Falls within the journal's Aims and Scope.
Addresses significant legal issues with scholarly relevance.
Makes an original contribution to legal knowledge.
Demonstrates methodological rigor and academic quality.
Has not been previously published or simultaneously submitted to another journal.

Authorship

Prior to submission:

All listed authors must have made substantial intellectual contributions to the research and manuscript.
All authors must approve the final version of the manuscript.
All authors must agree to its submission.
The corresponding author is responsible for communication with the Editorial Office throughout the editorial process.

Ethical Compliance

Authors should confirm that:

The manuscript complies with the journal's Publication Ethics Policy.
The research has been conducted responsibly and ethically.
All sources have been properly cited.
Any potential conflicts of interest have been disclosed.
Funding sources have been declared where applicable.
Necessary permissions have been obtained for copyrighted materials.
Ethical approval has been obtained where required.

Manuscript Preparation

Before submission, authors should verify that:

The manuscript follows the journal's manuscript template.
The manuscript is written in clear and professional English.
The title accurately reflects the content of the manuscript.
The abstract and keywords are complete and informative.
Tables, figures, and illustrations are properly numbered and cited.
References are complete, accurate, and consistently formatted.
All citations correspond to the reference list.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

If Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have been used during manuscript preparation, authors should ensure that:

The use of AI complies with the journal's AI Policy.
AI has not been listed as an author.
Authors remain fully responsible for all content.
Significant AI-assisted use has been appropriately disclosed where applicable.

Submission Checklist

Before clicking the submission button, authors should confirm that:

The manuscript is original.
The manuscript has not been submitted elsewhere.
All authors have approved the submission.
The manuscript complies with the journal's formatting requirements.
All required files have been uploaded.
Figures and tables are complete and properly labeled.
References have been carefully checked.
Similarity has been reviewed by the authors prior to submission.
Funding and conflict of interest statements have been included where applicable.
The manuscript has been carefully proofread.

Editorial Screening

Following submission, every manuscript undergoes an initial editorial assessment.

During this stage, the Editorial Office evaluates whether the manuscript:

Fits the journal's aims and scope.
Meets minimum academic quality standards.
Complies with formatting requirements.
Adheres to publication ethics.
Successfully passes similarity screening.

Manuscripts that do not satisfy these requirements may be returned to the authors for technical revision or declined before entering the Double-Blind Peer Review process.

Author Responsibility

Submission of a manuscript signifies that all authors:

Accept responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of the manuscript.
Agree to comply with all editorial policies of Justitia Nova.
Understand that editorial screening does not guarantee acceptance for publication.
Acknowledge that the final publication decision rests solely with the Editor-in-Chief following the peer review process.

3. Types of Manuscripts

Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law publishes high-quality scholarly manuscripts that contribute to the advancement of legal knowledge from national, regional, and global perspectives.

The journal accepts the following categories of manuscripts.

Original Research Articles

Original Research Articles present the results of original legal research that make a significant contribution to legal scholarship. Research may employ doctrinal, empirical, comparative, socio-legal, interdisciplinary, or policy-oriented approaches.

Original Research Articles should include:

A clear research problem.
Well-defined research objectives.
Appropriate research methodology.
Comprehensive legal analysis.
Well-supported conclusions.
Original scholarly contribution.

This category represents the primary type of manuscript published by the journal.

Review Articles

Review Articles provide critical and comprehensive analyses of existing literature on a particular legal topic.

Rather than presenting new empirical findings, Review Articles synthesize previous studies, identify research trends, evaluate current knowledge, and propose future directions for legal research.

A high-quality Review Article should:

Critically evaluate existing scholarship.
Identify knowledge gaps.
Compare different legal perspectives.
Offer new insights or conceptual frameworks.
Contribute to the development of legal scholarship.

Conceptual Papers

Conceptual Papers develop new theoretical perspectives, legal concepts, or analytical frameworks without relying primarily on original empirical data.

These manuscripts are expected to provide innovative legal reasoning and contribute to theoretical advancement through critical discussion of legal doctrines, legislation, jurisprudence, or public policy.

Conceptual Papers should demonstrate:

Original legal thinking.
Strong theoretical foundation.
Logical and coherent argumentation.
Significant scholarly relevance.

Case Analyses

Case Analyses examine judicial decisions, landmark cases, legislative developments, or other significant legal issues that have important implications for legal doctrine, legal practice, or public policy.

Case Analyses should:

Clearly identify the legal issue.
Examine relevant legislation and judicial decisions.
Critically evaluate legal reasoning.
Discuss broader implications for legal development.
Present evidence-based legal conclusions.

General Requirements

Regardless of manuscript type, all submissions should:

Demonstrate originality and scholarly significance.
Be relevant to the journal's aims and scope.
Be written in clear and professional English.
Comply with the journal's publication ethics and editorial policies.
Follow the prescribed manuscript structure and formatting requirements.
Present accurate citations and complete references.
Contribute meaningfully to contemporary legal scholarship.

The Editor-in-Chief reserves the right to determine whether a submitted manuscript is appropriate for the selected manuscript category and may recommend reclassification when necessary.

4. Manuscript Preparation

Authors are responsible for preparing manuscripts that meet the academic, technical, and ethical standards of Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law. Manuscripts that do not comply with these requirements may be returned for technical revision prior to editorial evaluation.

Language

Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise, and professional English.
Authors whose first language is not English are strongly encouraged to have their manuscripts reviewed by a qualified English language editor prior to submission.
Consistency in spelling, grammar, and terminology should be maintained throughout the manuscript.

Manuscript Length

The recommended manuscript length is:

Original Research Articles: 7,000–10,000 words.
Review Articles: 8,000–12,000 words.
Conceptual Papers: 6,000–9,000 words.
Case Analyses: 5,000–8,000 words.

The total word count includes the main text, tables, figures, notes, and references.

File Format

Authors should submit manuscripts in:

Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).

Tables and figures should be embedded within the manuscript at appropriate locations.

Journal Template

Authors are required to prepare manuscripts using the official Justitia Nova manuscript template.

Failure to use the journal template may result in the manuscript being returned before entering the peer review process.

Formatting

Unless otherwise specified in the journal template, manuscripts should comply with the following general formatting requirements:

A4 paper size.
Single-column layout.
Consistent font style and size throughout the manuscript.
Consecutively numbered pages.
Clearly defined section headings and subheadings.
Continuous line spacing as specified in the journal template.

Title

The manuscript title should:

Clearly reflect the content of the research.
Be concise, informative, and specific.
Avoid unnecessary abbreviations and technical jargon.
Accurately represent the principal legal issue examined.

Abstract

Each manuscript must include an abstract that:

Is written in English.
Consists of approximately 200–250 words.
Briefly describes the background, objectives, methodology, principal findings, and conclusions.
Can be understood independently of the full manuscript.
Does not contain references, footnotes, tables, or figures.

Keywords

Authors should provide:

Three to six keywords.
Keywords that accurately represent the manuscript.
Terms that improve discoverability through indexing services and search engines.
Keywords listed in alphabetical order where appropriate.

Abbreviations

Abbreviations should:

Be defined at first mention.
Be used consistently throughout the manuscript.
Be avoided where unnecessary.

Tables and Figures

Tables and figures should:

Be clearly numbered consecutively.
Include informative titles or captions.
Be cited within the main text.
Be of sufficient quality for publication.
Identify the source where reproduced or adapted from other works.

Citation and Referencing

Authors must:

Use the citation style adopted by the journal.
Ensure that every in-text citation appears in the reference list.
Ensure that every reference listed is cited within the manuscript.
Verify the accuracy of all bibliographic information.
Include Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) whenever available.

Originality

Before submission, authors should ensure that:

The manuscript represents original scholarly work.
All borrowed materials are properly acknowledged.
Appropriate citations have been provided.
The manuscript complies with the journal's Plagiarism Policy and Publication Ethics.

Final Check

Before submission, authors are encouraged to conduct a final review to ensure that:

The manuscript is complete.
Formatting requirements have been followed.
Language quality has been carefully checked.
References are complete and accurate.
Tables and figures are properly presented.
All required declarations have been included.

Careful manuscript preparation contributes to an efficient editorial process and facilitates timely peer review and publication.

4. Manuscript Preparation

Language

Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise, and professional English.
Authors whose first language is not English are strongly encouraged to have their manuscripts reviewed by a qualified English language editor prior to submission.
Consistency in spelling, grammar, and terminology should be maintained throughout the manuscript.

Manuscript Length

The recommended manuscript length is:

Original Research Articles: 7,000–10,000 words.
Review Articles: 8,000–12,000 words.
Conceptual Papers: 6,000–9,000 words.
Case Analyses: 5,000–8,000 words.

The total word count includes the main text, tables, figures, notes, and references.

File Format

Authors should submit manuscripts in:

Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).

Tables and figures should be embedded within the manuscript at appropriate locations.

Journal Template

Authors are required to prepare manuscripts using the official Justitia Nova manuscript template.

Failure to use the journal template may result in the manuscript being returned before entering the peer review process.

Formatting

Unless otherwise specified in the journal template, manuscripts should comply with the following general formatting requirements:

A4 paper size.
Single-column layout.
Consistent font style and size throughout the manuscript.
Consecutively numbered pages.
Clearly defined section headings and subheadings.
Continuous line spacing as specified in the journal template.

Title

The manuscript title should:

Clearly reflect the content of the research.
Be concise, informative, and specific.
Avoid unnecessary abbreviations and technical jargon.
Accurately represent the principal legal issue examined.

Abstract

Each manuscript must include an abstract that:

Is written in English.
Consists of approximately 200–250 words.
Briefly describes the background, objectives, methodology, principal findings, and conclusions.
Can be understood independently of the full manuscript.
Does not contain references, footnotes, tables, or figures.

Keywords

Authors should provide:

Three to six keywords.
Keywords that accurately represent the manuscript.
Terms that improve discoverability through indexing services and search engines.
Keywords listed in alphabetical order where appropriate.

Abbreviations

Abbreviations should:

Be defined at first mention.
Be used consistently throughout the manuscript.
Be avoided where unnecessary.

Tables and Figures

Tables and figures should:

Be clearly numbered consecutively.
Include informative titles or captions.
Be cited within the main text.
Be of sufficient quality for publication.
Identify the source where reproduced or adapted from other works.

Citation and Referencing

Authors must:

Use the citation style adopted by the journal.
Ensure that every in-text citation appears in the reference list.
Ensure that every reference listed is cited within the manuscript.
Verify the accuracy of all bibliographic information.
Include Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) whenever available.

Originality

Before submission, authors should ensure that:

The manuscript represents original scholarly work.
All borrowed materials are properly acknowledged.
Appropriate citations have been provided.
The manuscript complies with the journal's Plagiarism Policy and Publication Ethics.

Final Check

Before submission, authors are encouraged to conduct a final review to ensure that:

The manuscript is complete.
Formatting requirements have been followed.
Language quality has been carefully checked.
References are complete and accurate.
Tables and figures are properly presented.
All required declarations have been included.

Careful manuscript preparation contributes to an efficient editorial process and facilitates timely peer review and publication.

5. Manuscript Structure

Manuscripts submitted to Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law should be organized in a logical, coherent, and scholarly manner. While different legal research methodologies may require variations in presentation, authors are expected to follow the general manuscript structure described below.

Title

The title should:

Clearly reflect the main subject of the research.
Be concise, informative, and specific.
Contain no more than 15 words.
Avoid abbreviations, symbols, and unnecessary technical terminology whenever possible.

Author Information

The title page should include:

Full name of each author.
Institutional affiliation.
Department or Faculty.
Country.
ORCID iD (where available).
Email address of the corresponding author.

Abstract

The abstract should:

Be written in English.
Contain approximately 200–250 words.
Briefly explain the background, research objectives, methodology, principal findings, and conclusions.
Clearly state the significance of the research.
Be understandable without referring to the full manuscript.
Avoid citations, tables, figures, and footnotes.

Keywords

Authors should provide:

Four to six keywords.
Specific terms representing the principal topics of the manuscript.
Keywords suitable for indexing and online search.

Research Highlights

Authors are encouraged to provide three to five concise bullet points highlighting the principal contributions of the manuscript.

Research Highlights should:

Summarize the most important findings.
Emphasize the originality and significance of the study.
Be written as brief statements.

Introduction

The Introduction should:

Present the research background.
Explain the legal context and significance of the study.
Review relevant literature to establish the current state of knowledge.
Identify the research gap.
Clearly formulate the research problem.
State the research objectives.
Explain the novelty and expected contribution of the study.

A separate Literature Review section is generally unnecessary unless specifically required by the nature of the research.

Research Method

The Research Method section should clearly explain the methodology adopted in the study.

Depending on the research design, authors should describe:

Research approach.
Research design.
Sources of legal materials or empirical data.
Data collection procedures.
Methods of legal interpretation or data analysis.
Comparative framework, where applicable.

The methodology should be sufficiently detailed to allow readers to understand how the research was conducted.

Results and Discussion

This section constitutes the core of the manuscript.

Authors should:

Present findings systematically.
Critically analyze legal issues.
Discuss legislation, jurisprudence, legal doctrines, or empirical findings.
Compare findings with previous studies where appropriate.
Explain theoretical and practical implications.
Demonstrate the originality and contribution of the research.

Meaningful subheadings are encouraged to improve clarity and readability.

Conclusion

The Conclusion should:

Directly answer the research objectives.
Summarize the principal findings.
Highlight the contribution of the study to legal scholarship.
Present practical and theoretical implications.
Avoid introducing new arguments or references.

Where appropriate, authors are encouraged to briefly discuss:

Research limitations.
Recommendations for future research.

Acknowledgements

Authors may acknowledge:

Funding organizations.
Research assistants.
Institutional support.
Individuals who contributed to the research but do not qualify for authorship.

Funding Statement

Authors should disclose all financial support received for the research.

If no external funding was received, authors may state:

"This research received no external funding."

Author Contributions

Authors are encouraged to briefly describe the contribution of each author.

Contributions may include:

Conceptualization.
Methodology.
Investigation.
Formal Analysis.
Writing – Original Draft.
Writing – Review & Editing.
Supervision.

Conflict of Interest Statement

Authors must disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest.

If no conflicts exist, authors should state:

"The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest."

Ethical Approval

For research involving human participants, interviews, surveys, or other activities requiring ethical clearance, authors should provide information regarding ethical approval obtained from the relevant ethics committee.

Where ethical approval is not applicable, authors may state:

"Not applicable."

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure

Where Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools have been used during manuscript preparation, authors should disclose their use in accordance with the journal's AI Policy.

AI systems must not be listed as authors, and authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of the manuscript.

Data Availability Statement

Authors are encouraged to indicate the availability of data supporting the findings of the study.

Where applicable, datasets should be deposited in appropriate repositories.

If no datasets were generated or analyzed, authors may state:

"No new data were created or analyzed in this study."

References

The reference list should:

Include only works cited in the manuscript.
Follow APA 7th Edition consistently.
Contain complete and accurate bibliographic information.
Include Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) whenever available.
Prioritize recent, high-quality scholarly sources.
Include a minimum of 25 references, with at least 80% derived from peer-reviewed journal articles.

Supplementary Materials

Authors may submit supplementary materials that enhance the manuscript, including:

Additional tables or figures.
Research instruments.
Datasets.
Legal documents.
Appendices.
Multimedia files.

Publication of supplementary materials is subject to editorial review and discretion.

6. Citation and References

Accurate citation and referencing are fundamental components of scholarly communication. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all sources used in their manuscripts are properly acknowledged and accurately cited in accordance with the journal's citation requirements.

Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law adopts the American Psychological Association (APA) 7th Edition referencing style for both in-text citations and the reference list.

Citation Style

Authors must:

Use APA 7th Edition consistently throughout the manuscript.
Ensure that every in-text citation appears in the reference list.
Ensure that every reference listed is cited within the manuscript.
Verify the accuracy of all bibliographic information before submission.

Quality of References

Authors are expected to use high-quality scholarly sources, including:

Peer-reviewed journal articles.
Academic books and book chapters.
Legislation and statutory regulations.
Judicial decisions and case law.
Government publications.
International conventions and official legal documents.
Reports published by reputable international organizations.

Authors should avoid excessive reliance on:

Personal blogs.
Commercial websites.
Anonymous online sources.
Non-scholarly publications.
Unverified online materials.

Currency of References

Authors are encouraged to:

Cite recent and relevant scholarly literature.
Include contemporary legal scholarship wherever appropriate.
Balance foundational legal references with current research developments.

As a general recommendation:

At least 80% of references should be derived from peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
A substantial proportion of references should have been published within the last ten years, unless older authorities are essential due to their legal or historical significance.

Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs)

Where available, authors should include the Digital Object Identifier (DOI) for every cited reference.

DOIs should be presented using the standard format:

https://doi.org/xxxxx

Citation Accuracy

Authors are responsible for ensuring that:

Author names are correctly spelled.
Publication years are accurate.
Journal titles are complete.
Volume, issue, and page numbers are correct.
URLs and DOIs are functional where applicable.

Reference Management Software

Authors are strongly encouraged to use recognized reference management software, such as:

Zotero.
Mendeley.
EndNote.

The use of reference management software helps ensure consistency and reduces citation errors.

Self-Citation

Limited self-citation is acceptable when directly relevant to the research.

Authors should avoid excessive or unnecessary self-citation intended solely to increase citation counts.

Citation Manipulation

The journal strictly prohibits any form of citation manipulation, including:

Coercive citation.
Citation stacking.
Citation cartels.
Artificial inflation of citation metrics.
Inclusion of irrelevant references for citation purposes.

Any suspected citation manipulation may result in editorial investigation and appropriate action.

Reference List

The reference list should:

Be arranged alphabetically by the surname of the first author.
Follow APA 7th Edition formatting consistently.
Include only works cited in the manuscript.
Contain complete bibliographic information.
Include DOIs whenever available.

Authors are encouraged to include a minimum of 25 references, with at least 80% derived from peer-reviewed journal articles, while ensuring that every cited source is directly relevant to the research.

Responsibility of Authors

Authors bear full responsibility for the completeness, accuracy, and integrity of all citations and references included in their manuscripts.

Failure to comply with the journal's citation requirements may result in the manuscript being returned for technical revision before entering the peer review process.

7. Tables, Figures, and Supplementary Materials

Tables, figures, illustrations, photographs, maps, diagrams, charts, and supplementary materials should enhance the clarity and scholarly value of the manuscript. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all visual materials are accurate, clearly presented, properly cited, and relevant to the research.

General Principles

Authors should ensure that:

Every table and figure is directly relevant to the manuscript.
Visual materials support and strengthen the discussion.
Unnecessary or repetitive tables and figures are avoided.
All visual materials are cited in the main text before they appear.

Tables

Tables should:

Be numbered consecutively (Table 1, Table 2, etc.).
Include a concise and informative title.
Be editable and created using Microsoft Word table tools.
Present data clearly and accurately.
Avoid excessive formatting or decorative elements.
Include source information where applicable.

Figures

Figures include graphs, charts, photographs, illustrations, maps, flowcharts, and other graphical materials.

Figures should:

Be numbered consecutively (Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.).
Include clear and descriptive captions.
Be of high resolution and suitable for publication.
Remain readable in both digital and printed formats.
Include source information where reproduced or adapted.

Quality Standards

All visual materials should:

Be clear and professionally prepared.
Use consistent formatting throughout the manuscript.
Maintain appropriate font sizes and labels.
Avoid unnecessary colors or effects that reduce readability.
Be suitable for publication without substantial editorial modification.

Use of Copyrighted Materials

Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted materials where required.

Proper acknowledgement of the original source must be provided for all reproduced or adapted content.

Citation of Tables and Figures

Every table and figure should:

Be cited within the text.
Appear as close as possible to its first citation.
Be discussed and interpreted within the manuscript rather than presented without explanation.

Supplementary Materials

Authors may submit supplementary materials that provide additional support for the manuscript, including:

Research instruments.
Additional datasets.
Extended tables.
Additional figures.
Legal documents.
Appendices.
Multimedia files.

Supplementary materials should complement the manuscript without duplicating information already presented in the main text.

Editorial Review

The Editorial Office reserves the right to request modifications, replacement, or removal of tables, figures, or supplementary materials that do not meet the journal's publication standards.

Publication of supplementary materials is subject to editorial approval and may be made available alongside the published article where appropriate.

Saya setuju. Bagian 8 sebaiknya tidak mengulang seluruh isi Publication Ethics, karena kita sudah memiliki halaman khusus mengenai itu. Di Author Guidelines, cukup dibuat sebagai ringkasan operasional yang menjelaskan apa yang harus dipatuhi penulis, lalu mengarahkan mereka ke kebijakan jurnal yang lebih lengkap.

Berikut draft yang saya rekomendasikan.

8. Research Ethics and Publication Integrity

Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics, research integrity, and responsible scholarly communication. Authors are expected to conduct and report their research honestly, transparently, and in accordance with internationally recognized ethical standards.

Submission of a manuscript confirms that all authors have complied with the journal's ethical requirements and accept responsibility for the integrity of their work.

Originality

Authors must ensure that:

The manuscript is original.
The work has not been published previously.
The manuscript is not under consideration by another journal.
All sources are properly cited and acknowledged.

Plagiarism, duplicate publication, redundant publication, and self-plagiarism are unacceptable.

Research Integrity

Authors are expected to:

Present research findings accurately and honestly.
Avoid fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of research data.
Report research methods transparently.
Present conclusions supported by evidence.

Any form of research misconduct may result in editorial investigation and appropriate action.

Authorship

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made substantial intellectual contributions to the research.

All authors should:

Approve the final manuscript.
Agree to its submission.
Accept responsibility for the integrity of the published work.

Changes to authorship after submission will only be considered under exceptional circumstances and require the written consent of all authors.

Conflict of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial, institutional, professional, or personal relationships that could influence the research or its interpretation.

Where no conflicts exist, authors should declare this explicitly.

Funding Disclosure

All financial support received for the research should be disclosed.

Authors should identify the funding organization and, where appropriate, explain the role of the funding body in the research.

Ethical Approval

Research involving human participants, interviews, surveys, personal data, or other activities requiring ethical oversight should receive approval from the appropriate ethics committee or institutional review board before the research is conducted.

Where ethical approval is not required, authors should clearly indicate this in the manuscript.

Copyright Compliance

Authors are responsible for ensuring that all copyrighted materials reproduced or adapted in the manuscript have been used with appropriate permission where required.

Proper acknowledgement of the original source must always be provided.

Post-Publication Responsibility

Authors remain responsible for the accuracy and integrity of their work after publication.

If significant errors or ethical concerns are discovered, authors should promptly notify the Editorial Office and cooperate in the publication of corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions where appropriate.

Compliance with Journal Policies

By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that they have read and agreed to comply with the journal's policies regarding:

Publication Ethics.
Research Integrity.
Plagiarism.
Conflict of Interest.
Copyright and Licensing.
Open Access.
Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Corrections, Retractions, and Withdrawals.

Authors are encouraged to consult the relevant policy pages on the journal website for detailed guidance.

9. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy for Authors

Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law recognizes that Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies may assist authors during manuscript preparation. However, authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, integrity, and scholarly quality of all submitted work.

The use of AI must comply with the journal's publication ethics and research integrity standards.

Permitted Use of AI

Authors may use AI-assisted technologies for limited purposes, including:

Improving grammar, spelling, punctuation, and language clarity.
Enhancing readability and writing style.
Organizing ideas or improving manuscript structure.
Formatting references or citations under author supervision.
Translating text, provided that authors verify the accuracy of the final version.

All AI-generated content must be carefully reviewed, verified, and edited by the authors before submission.

Disclosure of AI Use

Where AI tools have been used in the preparation of a manuscript, authors should disclose their use in an appropriate section of the manuscript.

The disclosure should identify:

The AI tool used.
The purpose for which it was used.
Confirmation that the authors reviewed and verified all AI-assisted content.

Prohibited Use of AI

Authors must not use AI technologies to:

Generate fabricated or falsified research findings.
Create fictitious citations or references.
Manipulate research data or legal evidence.
Produce misleading interpretations or conclusions.
Replace critical legal analysis or scholarly judgment.
Circumvent the peer review or editorial process.

Any misuse of AI may be treated as research misconduct.

Authorship

Artificial Intelligence systems, including generative AI tools, cannot be listed as authors or co-authors.

Only individuals who meet the journal's authorship criteria may be credited as authors.

Author Responsibility

Authors remain fully responsible for:

The originality of the manuscript.
The accuracy of all information.
The validity of legal arguments and interpretations.
The authenticity of citations and references.
Compliance with publication ethics.

The use of AI does not transfer responsibility from the authors to the AI system.

Editorial Assessment

The Editorial Office may request additional information regarding the use of AI during manuscript preparation whenever necessary.

Failure to disclose significant AI use or misuse of AI technologies may result in editorial action, including manuscript rejection or post-publication correction or retraction.

Further Information

Authors are encouraged to consult the journal's full AI Policy for detailed guidance regarding the ethical and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in scholarly publishing.

10. Submission Process

Authors should submit manuscripts electronically through the Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law Online Journal System (OJS).

Before submission, authors are encouraged to carefully read the journal's Author Guidelines and ensure that the manuscript complies with all editorial, technical, and ethical requirements.

Online Submission

Authors should submit manuscripts through the journal's OJS by completing the required submission steps and uploading all necessary files.

The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all submission information is complete and accurate.

Required Submission Files

Authors should prepare and upload the following documents:

Manuscript prepared in accordance with the journal template.
Title page containing author information.
Cover letter (recommended).
Supplementary files, where applicable.

Additional documents may be requested by the Editorial Office during the review process.

Author Declarations

By submitting a manuscript, the corresponding author confirms that:

The manuscript is original.
The manuscript has not been published previously.
The manuscript is not under consideration by another journal.
All authors have approved the submission.
The manuscript complies with the journal's ethical and editorial policies.

Submission Confirmation

After successful submission, authors will receive confirmation through the OJS system.

Authors may monitor the progress of their manuscript through their OJS account.

Editorial Communication

All correspondence regarding the manuscript will be conducted through the journal's OJS platform and the registered email address of the corresponding author.

Authors are encouraged to respond promptly to editorial communications to avoid unnecessary delays in the publication process.

Technical Assistance

Authors experiencing technical difficulties during submission are encouraged to contact the Editorial Office for assistance.

Contact information is available on the journal's official website.

Menurut saya, Bagian 11 – Editorial Screening adalah salah satu bagian yang paling penting dalam keseluruhan Author Guidelines. Banyak jurnal Indonesia hanya menulis "editor akan memeriksa naskah", padahal jurnal internasional menjelaskan secara sistematis apa saja yang diperiksa sebelum naskah dikirim ke reviewer.

Berikut draft yang saya rekomendasikan.

11. Editorial Screening

All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial screening before being considered for external peer review. The purpose of this screening is to ensure that submissions meet the journal's academic, technical, ethical, and editorial standards.

Editorial screening does not constitute peer review and does not guarantee that a manuscript will proceed to the review stage.

Scope Assessment

The Editorial Office first evaluates whether the manuscript falls within the journal's aims and scope.

Manuscripts that do not match the journal's disciplinary focus or publication objectives may be declined without external review.

Technical Compliance

Editors assess whether the manuscript complies with the journal's submission requirements, including:

Use of the official manuscript template.
English language quality.
Manuscript structure.
Citation and reference style.
Completeness of required sections.
Compliance with formatting requirements.

Manuscripts requiring substantial technical corrections may be returned to the authors before further evaluation.

Similarity Screening

All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software.

Editors evaluate the similarity report to distinguish between acceptable textual overlap and potential plagiarism or redundant publication.

A low similarity score does not automatically indicate originality, and a high similarity score does not necessarily constitute plagiarism. Editorial assessment considers both the percentage and the nature of the matched content.

Ethical Compliance

Editors evaluate compliance with the journal's ethical standards, including:

Originality of the manuscript.
Authorship requirements.
Disclosure of conflicts of interest.
Funding disclosure.
Ethical approval where applicable.
Responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Any ethical concerns may result in additional clarification or immediate rejection.

Academic Quality Assessment

The handling editor conducts a preliminary assessment of the manuscript's scholarly quality, including:

Relevance to the journal.
Originality and novelty.
Clarity of research objectives.
Appropriateness of the research methodology.
Quality of legal analysis.
Contribution to legal scholarship.
Overall academic presentation.

This assessment determines whether the manuscript is suitable for external peer review.

Desk Rejection

A manuscript may be rejected during editorial screening for reasons including, but not limited to:

The manuscript is outside the journal's scope.
Insufficient originality or scholarly contribution.
Poor academic writing or language quality.
Failure to comply with submission requirements.
Ethical concerns or suspected research misconduct.
Significant methodological weaknesses.

Desk rejection enables authors to seek a more appropriate publication venue without unnecessary delay.

Editorial Decision

Following editorial screening, the manuscript may be:

Proceed to external peer review.
Returned to the authors for technical revision.
Declined without external review (desk rejection).

Editorial decisions at this stage are based solely on academic, editorial, and ethical considerations.

12. Revision Process

Authors may be invited to revise their manuscripts following editorial assessment and external peer review. The purpose of the revision process is to improve the scientific quality, clarity, and overall contribution of the manuscript prior to publication.

Authors are expected to address all reviewer and editor comments carefully, professionally, and within the specified revision period.

Editorial Decisions

Following peer review, one of the following editorial decisions may be issued:

Accept.
Minor Revision.
Major Revision.
Reject.

A request for revision does not guarantee acceptance for publication.

Preparing the Revision

When submitting a revised manuscript, authors should:

Revise the manuscript thoroughly in response to all reviewer and editor comments.
Highlight or clearly identify all revisions made in the manuscript, where requested.
Ensure that revisions improve the clarity, accuracy, and scholarly quality of the manuscript.
Maintain consistency throughout the revised manuscript.

Response to Reviewers

Authors should submit a separate response document explaining how each reviewer comment has been addressed.

The response should:

Address every comment individually.
Clearly indicate where revisions have been made.
Provide a polite and reasoned explanation where authors respectfully disagree with a reviewer’s suggestion.

Constructive academic dialogue between authors and reviewers is encouraged.

Revision Timeline

Authors are expected to submit revised manuscripts within the timeframe specified by the Editorial Office.

If additional time is required, authors should contact the Editorial Office before the revision deadline.

Failure to submit revisions within the specified period without prior communication may result in withdrawal of the manuscript from the editorial process.

Further Review

Revised manuscripts may:

Be assessed directly by the handling editor.
Be returned to the original reviewers for further evaluation.
Undergo additional rounds of revision where necessary.

The number of revision rounds depends on the complexity of the revisions and the recommendations of the reviewers and editors.

Final Editorial Decision

The final publication decision is made by the Editor-in-Chief or the designated Handling Editor after considering:

Reviewer recommendations.
The quality of the revisions.
Compliance with the journal's editorial and ethical standards.

The Editorial Office reserves the right to decline a revised manuscript if the required revisions have not been satisfactorily addressed.

Author Responsibility

Authors are responsible for ensuring that all revisions maintain the accuracy, integrity, and originality of the manuscript.

Substantial changes to authorship, research content, or ethical declarations during the revision process must be reported to the Editorial Office and may require additional editorial evaluation.

13. Acceptance and Production

Once a manuscript has been formally accepted for publication, it enters the production stage. During this stage, the Editorial Office prepares the manuscript for publication while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with the journal's publishing standards.

Copyediting

Accepted manuscripts undergo professional copyediting to improve:

Grammar and language quality.
Consistency of terminology.
Formatting and style.
Citation and reference accuracy.
Overall readability.

Copyediting does not alter the scientific content or legal arguments presented by the authors.

Typesetting

Following copyediting, manuscripts are prepared in the journal's publication format.

This stage includes:

Page layout.
Formatting of tables and figures.
Standardization of headings.
Final formatting for online publication.

Author Proofs

The corresponding author will receive page proofs for final review before publication.

Authors should:

Carefully review the proofs.
Correct typographical or formatting errors.
Avoid introducing substantial changes to the content.
Return the corrected proofs within the timeframe specified by the Editorial Office.

Failure to respond within the specified period may result in publication based on the latest approved version.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

Each published article is assigned a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI), providing a permanent and citable link to the published work.

Online Publication

Accepted articles are published online as part of the scheduled journal issue.

Published articles become immediately available under the journal's Open Access policy and are freely accessible to readers worldwide.

Final Responsibility

Authors remain responsible for reviewing the final published version of their article.

Any significant errors identified after publication should be reported promptly to the Editorial Office in accordance with the journal's Corrections, Retractions, and Withdrawals Policy.

14. Publication and Post-Publication

Following publication, articles in Justitia Nova: Indonesian Journal of Modern Law become part of the permanent scholarly record. The journal is committed to ensuring the long-term accessibility, integrity, and transparency of all published content.

Open Access

All published articles are made immediately and permanently available under the journal's Open Access policy without subscription or access charges.

Readers are free to read, download, share, and cite published articles in accordance with the applicable licensing terms.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their published work.

Articles are published under the journal's licensing policy, which permits broad dissemination and responsible reuse while ensuring appropriate attribution to the original authors.

Digital Preservation

To ensure long-term preservation and accessibility, published articles are archived through the journal's digital preservation system, including:

Zenodo.
Institutional Repository.
Regular Server Backup.

Corrections and Retractions

Where necessary, the journal may publish:

Corrections.
Errata.
Expressions of Concern.
Retractions.

Such actions are undertaken in accordance with the journal's editorial policies and internationally recognized publication ethics standards.

Post-Publication Responsibility

Authors remain responsible for the accuracy and integrity of their published work.

If significant errors or ethical concerns are identified after publication, authors should promptly notify the Editorial Office and cooperate in the implementation of appropriate editorial actions.

Article Visibility and Indexing

The Editorial Office continuously works to enhance the visibility, accessibility, and international dissemination of published articles through indexing services, digital preservation initiatives, and academic databases.

Further Information

Authors are encouraged to consult the journal's policy pages for detailed information regarding:

Open Access Policy.
Copyright and Licensing.
Archiving Policy.
Corrections, Retractions, and Withdrawals.
Publication Ethics.