The International Journal of Justice and Police Sciences (IJJPS) is committed to maintaining rigorous academic standards and ensuring the integrity, quality, and relevance of all published content. To achieve this, the journal adheres to a structured and transparent peer review process.

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1. Scope of Peer Review

All submissions to IJJJPS undergo a peer review process to ensure:

• Academic rigor, originality, and relevance to the field of justice and police sciences.

• Ethical compliance, methodological soundness, and clarity of presentation.

Manuscripts that do not meet the journal’s scope or minimum quality standards may be rejected without peer review.

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2. Type of Peer Review

IJJJPS employs a double-blind peer review process, where:

• The identities of authors and reviewers are kept confidential to ensure impartiality.

• Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based solely on their scholarly merit and relevance.

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3. Peer Review Process

Step 1: Initial Editorial Screening

• Upon submission, manuscripts are screened by the editorial team for adherence to the journal’s scope, guidelines, and ethical policies.

• Manuscripts that pass this stage are forwarded for peer review.

Step 2: Reviewer Selection

• Editors assign at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant subject area.

• Reviewers are selected to avoid conflicts of interest.

Step 3: Reviewer Evaluation

• Reviewers assess the manuscript based on:

  • Originality, significance, and contribution to the field.

  • Soundness of methodology and accuracy of results.

  • Quality of writing and presentation.

  • Ethical compliance.

• Reviewers provide detailed feedback, including recommendations for acceptance, minor/major revisions, or rejection.

Step 4: Editorial Decision

• The editor considers reviewer feedback to make one of the following decisions:

  • Accept: The manuscript meets all criteria for publication.

  • Minor Revisions: Authors are asked to address specific comments before acceptance.

  • Major Revisions: Substantial changes are required, and the revised manuscript may undergo another round of peer review.

  • Reject: The manuscript does not meet the journal’s standards or falls outside its scope.

• The decision is communicated to authors along with reviewer comments.

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4. Confidentiality

• Manuscripts and reviewer reports are treated as confidential documents.

• Reviewers and editorial staff are prohibited from using unpublished material for personal advantage.

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5. Reviewer Ethics

Reviewers must:

• Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback.

• Declare any conflicts of interest and decline reviews when conflicts arise.

• Maintain confidentiality throughout and after the review process.

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6. Appeals and Complaints

Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a detailed explanation to the editor-in-chief. Appeals will be reviewed by an independent editorial board member, and the decision will be final.

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7. Recognition of Reviewers

To acknowledge the vital role of peer reviewers, IJJJPS provides certificates of appreciation and may list outstanding reviewers in the journal (with their consent).

By adhering to this policy, the International Journal of Justice and Police Sciences (IJJJPS) ensures the integrity and quality of the research it publishes, fostering a culture of transparency and scholarly excellence.

For questions or concerns regarding the peer review process, contact: justicepolicejournal@gmail.com

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