Conflict of Interest

Al-battar: Jurnal Pamungkas Hukum requires authors, editors, reviewers, and other parties involved in the publication process to disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest that could compromise the objectivity or integrity of research, peer review, or editorial decision-making.

Conflicts of interest may arise from financial relationships, professional affiliations, institutional connections, personal relationships, academic collaborations, or other circumstances that could improperly influence scholarly judgment. The existence of a conflict of interest does not necessarily indicate misconduct; however, appropriate disclosure and management are essential to maintaining transparency and trust in the publication process.

Authors must disclose relevant conflicts of interest when submitting their manuscripts and identify any funding sources or relationships that may have influenced their research. Editors and reviewers are required to declare relevant conflicts and withdraw from the evaluation process whenever their impartiality may reasonably be questioned.

When a conflict of interest is identified, the journal will take appropriate measures to protect editorial independence. These measures may include assigning an independent editor, appointing an alternative reviewer, or implementing additional safeguards. If a previously undisclosed conflict is discovered after publication, the journal will assess its significance and determine whether a disclosure statement, correction, or other editorial action is necessary.

All decisions concerning conflicts of interest must be made transparently, fairly, and in accordance with the journal’s publication ethics policies.

Procedure for Managing Conflicts of Interest

 

Step 1. Disclosure

Authors, editors, and reviewers disclose relevant interests and relationships.

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Step 2. Editorial Assessment

The editor assesses the nature and potential impact of the disclosed conflict.

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Step 3. Conflict Mitigation

The journal appoints an independent editor or reviewer or introduces other appropriate safeguards.

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Step 4. Documentation and Decision

The journal documents the measures taken and publishes relevant disclosures when necessary.