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Legal Systems, Justice, and Governance in Contemporary Society Abnus Publisher
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LSJG

Legal Systems, Justice, and Governance in Contemporary Society is an academic journal that examines the evolution of legal systems, the pursuit of justice, and the dynamics of governance in mode...

CC BY 4.0 Est. 2026
journal.config
review_type"Double-Blind"
frequency2x / year
access_type"Open Access"
license"CC BY 4.0"
first_decision4 – 6 weeks
indexingGS + ICI
statusOPEN
140+
Articles
2+
Reviewers / Article
4-6w
First Decision
Vol.5
Current Volume
01
Overview

About the Journal

Journal Description

Legal Systems, Justice, and Governance in Contemporary Society is an academic journal that examines the evolution of legal systems, the pursuit of justice, and the dynamics of governance in modern societies. It provides a platform for scholars and practitioners to analyze how laws, institutions, and public policies respond to contemporary challenges, including social inequality, political transformation, and global change. The journal welcomes empirical, conceptual, and comparative studies that contribute to a deeper understanding of legal frameworks, justice mechanisms, and governance practices in diverse contexts.

Open Access Double-Blind Review CC BY 4.0
Open Access
Publication
Double-Blind
Peer Review
4-6 Weeks
First Decision
CC BY 4.0
License
02
Scope

Focus & Scope

Topics and subject areas covered by this journal.

Governance
Good governance principles, rule of law, and institutional accountability frameworks.
Human Rights
International human rights law, civil liberties, and human rights protection mechanisms.
Justice
Access to justice, judicial reform, restorative justice, and transitional justice mechanisms.
Legal Systems
Comparative legal systems, civil and common law traditions, and legal institutions.
Policy Analysis
Legal policy evaluation, regulatory impact assessment, and law reform processes.
Public Law
Constitutional law, administrative law, and the relationship between state and citizens.
03
Schedule

Publication Frequency

Two issues per year, consistently since 2021.

01
Issue
May
02
Issue
November

Each issue typically contains 18-22 articles. Accepted articles may be published ahead of schedule via an online-first mechanism.

  • Initial screening: within 5 business days
  • Peer review turnaround: 4-6 weeks
  • Publication upon acceptance: next issue or online-first
04
Language

Language Requirements

Manuscripts may be submitted in English.

  • Language usage must be consistent from the beginning to the end of the manuscript.
  • Professional language editing is recommended but not required prior to submission.
  • Language issues found during peer review must be corrected before acceptance.

Abstracts must be provided in English, no more than 250 words.

Language Flexibility

Manuscripts accepted in English with consistent usage throughout.

Editorial Support

The editorial team assists in ensuring language quality meets scientific publication standards.

05
Fees

Article Processing Charges

No submission fees. APC applies only after acceptance.

Article Processing Charge
IDR 150,000
per accepted article · one-time fee
No submission fee
Waivers available
What the APC Covers
Open Access
Permanent open access under CC BY 4.0 license
Formatting
Professional XML & HTML formatting for all formats
Figure Processing
High-resolution figure and table processing
DOI Assignment
CrossRef DOI assignment at publication
Indexing
Google Scholar and Index Copernicus inclusion
Waiver Available
Low/lower-middle-income country authors may apply for a full or partial waiver.
Editorial Independence
APC is only charged after a manuscript is accepted on scientific merit. Paying an APC does not guarantee acceptance — all decisions are made independently.
06
History

History & Milestones

Founded in 2026 by Abnus Publisher.

2026
Journal Established
NEW
LSJG launched in 2026, adopting open access and CC BY 4.0 from the outset under Abnus Publisher.
// This journal continues to grow. Milestones will be updated as new achievements are reached.