Allegations of Research Misconduct

AHKAM: Jurnal Ilmu Syariah is committed to upholding the highest standards of research integrity, academic honesty, and publication ethics. The journal takes all allegations of research misconduct seriously, whether they are reported before or after publication. Research misconduct includes, but is not limited to, data fabrication, data falsification, image manipulation, plagiarism, duplicate publication, undisclosed conflicts of interest, unethical research practices, and other violations of academic integrity.

1. Investigation of Allegations

All allegations of research misconduct will be carefully assessed and investigated by the Editorial Board in accordance with the principles and procedures recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). The investigation will be conducted objectively, fairly, and impartially, taking into consideration the nature of the allegation and the evidence provided.

Where necessary, the journal may request explanations or supporting documents from the authors, consult independent experts or reviewers, and seek clarification from the authors' affiliated institutions or relevant authorities.

2. Confidentiality and Fair Treatment

AHKAM is committed to maintaining the confidentiality of all parties involved in the investigation, including whistleblowers, complainants, and respondents, to the extent permitted by applicable regulations and the requirements of a fair investigation.

All parties will be treated fairly and given an appropriate opportunity to provide relevant information or responses. The journal will take reasonable measures to protect individuals who report suspected misconduct in good faith from retaliation or undue pressure.

3. Editorial Actions and Sanctions

If sufficient evidence of research or publication misconduct is established, AHKAM may take appropriate editorial actions in accordance with the severity of the violation. Such actions may include:

  • Issuing a correction or corrigendum when the issue can be appropriately addressed through correction;

  • Publishing an expression of concern while an investigation is ongoing or when substantial concerns remain unresolved;

  • Retracting the published article when the findings are unreliable or serious misconduct is confirmed;

  • Rejecting a manuscript that is still under review; and

  • Notifying the authors' affiliated institutions or relevant authorities when necessary.

All editorial decisions will be documented, and any public notice will provide an appropriate explanation while respecting confidentiality and applicable ethical standards.

Through this policy, AHKAM: Jurnal Ilmu Syariah seeks to safeguard the credibility of scholarly publications, promote responsible research practices, and maintain public trust in academic scholarship.