Correction and Retraction

Jurnal Hukum Yustisi The journal is committed to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of published articles. If errors or ethical issues are identified, the journal will examine the evidence and take appropriate action. Corrections and retractions aim to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record and provide clear information to readers.

  1. Correction

A correction will be issued when errors or omissions require rectification, but the main findings and conclusions of the article remain reliable. Corrections may involve author information, funding statements, conflicts of interest, references, tables, figures, or sections of the text.

Requests for changes to authorship must comply with the journal’s authorship policy. Typographical errors that do not affect the meaning generally do not require a formal correction notice.

  1. Retraction

Retraction will be considered when there is strong evidence that an article is unreliable or contains serious misconduct that cannot be resolved through correction, including:

  • Major errors, fabrication, or falsification that undermine the reliability of the findings.
  • Plagiarism or redundant publication without adequate disclosure.
  • Unethical research practices or the use of materials without proper authorization.
  • Manipulation of the peer-review process.
  • Major undisclosed conflicts of interest that substantially affect the evaluation of the article.

Retraction may be carried out due to either unintentional errors or ethical violations. Authorship disputes alone are generally not grounds for retraction if the content of the article remains reliable.

  1. Expression of Concern

The editor may issue an Expression of Concern when serious issues require readers’ attention, but the available evidence is insufficient to determine the appropriate final action or an investigation is still ongoing.

This notice does not constitute a determination that misconduct has been proven. Once the investigation is complete, the journal will publish a follow-up notice explaining the outcome.

  1. Reporting and Investigation

Authors, readers, reviewers, or other parties may report concerns through the journal’s official contact channels, providing:

  • The article title and DOI or article link.
  • The specific sections of concern.
  • An explanation and supporting evidence.
  • Proposed corrections, if available.

The editor will assess the report, request a response from the authors, and involve independent experts or relevant institutions when necessary. Editors with conflicts of interest will not participate in the decision-making process.

  1. Editorial Decisions

Decisions are based on the evidence, the severity of the issue, and its impact on the article. Authors are given an opportunity to provide an explanation; however, their consent is not an absolute requirement for the publication of necessary editorial actions.

The absence of a response from the authors will not halt the investigation. The decision and its rationale will be communicated to the relevant parties.

  1. Publication of Notices

Correction, Expression of Concern, or Retraction notices must:

  • Have a title that clearly indicates the type of action taken.
  • Identify the article concerned.
  • Explain the reasons and scope of the action in factual terms.
  • Identify the party issuing the notice.
  • Be freely accessible and linked to the article.

Substantive changes must not be made silently. If the article file is updated, the date and history of the changes must be recorded.

  1. Status of Retracted Articles

Retracted articles remain available as part of the publication record, with a clear “Retracted” label displayed on the article webpage and within the article file. The DOI is retained to ensure that the publication history remains traceable.

Removal of content will only be considered under exceptional circumstances, such as legal obligations or serious risks to privacy and safety. If removal is necessary, the metadata and a notice explaining the reasons for removal will be retained to the extent permitted.

  1. Appeals and Follow-Up Actions

Authors may submit an appeal, providing reasons and additional evidence, through the journal’s official contact channels. Appeals will be reviewed independently and free from conflicts of interest.

The journal will update the notice if new evidence changes the outcome of the investigation and, where possible, communicate any changes in status to the relevant indexing services.