About the Journal

The Scientia Journal of Social and Legal Studies (SJSLS) publishes interdisciplinary academic research about law and legal institutions. It emphasizes social science approaches, especially economics, political science, and psychology. However, it also publishes the work of historians, philosophers, and others interested in legal theory and social science methods.

 

Peer Review Process

To generate a reputable publication, all articles received by the publisher secretariat will serve the following processes:

1. The editorial team will review compliance with the writing guidelines.
2. Feature articles vary in length from 3,000 to 6,000 words. 
3. The number of references: minimum 50 and 70% originated from the last seven years' publication. Of the minimum references amount, 70% come from primary sources, namely articles published in scientific journals/magazines. Classic literature published over seven years can be used for historical study materials.
4. The plagiarism check will be undertaken using Turnitin. The maximum similarity check result is 15%.
5. All articles are subject to blind peer review by expert referees selected from the Editorial Board, Advisory Board, or specialists in a particular field of study prior to acceptance for publication.
6. Most submissions receive an initial editorial decision within four weeks until 16 weeks from the submission date.
7. An article must be reviewed one month before the editorial team delivers the manuscript.