Allegation of Research Misconduct

Jurnal Akuntansi Prima (JAPRI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity, publication ethics, and academic responsibility. The journal takes all allegations of research misconduct seriously and handles them fairly, confidentially, and objectively.

Research misconduct may include, but is not limited to, fabrication or falsification of data, plagiarism, duplicate publication, inappropriate authorship, citation manipulation, undisclosed conflicts of interest, and other practices that violate accepted standards of scholarly conduct.

Reporting Allegations

Authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and other parties may report suspected research misconduct to the editorial team of Jurnal Akuntansi Prima. Reports should include a clear description of the alleged misconduct and, where available, relevant supporting evidence or documentation.

Investigation Procedure

Upon receiving an allegation, the editorial team will:

  1. Conduct an initial assessment to determine whether the allegation falls within the journal's responsibility and whether sufficient information is available for further review.

  2. Examine the evidence objectively and confidentially, seeking clarification from the relevant parties when necessary.

  3. Contact the authors or relevant institutions, where appropriate, to request explanations or additional documentation.

  4. Consult independent experts or the authors' institutions when specialized assessment or a formal investigation is required.

  5. Determine appropriate action based on the findings and the seriousness of the misconduct.

Possible Actions

If research misconduct is confirmed or there is sufficient evidence of a publication ethics violation, Jurnal Akuntansi Prima may take appropriate measures, including:

  • Rejecting a manuscript that is still under review.

  • Requesting corrections or additional clarification.

  • Publishing a correction, expression of concern, or retraction for a published article, as appropriate.

  • Restricting future submissions from individuals involved in serious or repeated violations, where justified and consistent with the journal's policies.

  • Notifying the relevant institution or other appropriate parties when necessary.

Confidentiality and Fair Treatment

All allegations will be handled with due regard for confidentiality, impartiality, and procedural fairness. Individuals accused of misconduct will be given an appropriate opportunity to respond to the allegations. The journal will avoid making premature judgments before the available evidence has been evaluated.

Jurnal Akuntansi Prima follows recognized publication ethics principles and may refer to the guidance of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) when handling allegations and determining appropriate actions.

The journal is committed to protecting the integrity of the scholarly record and ensuring that all published research meets appropriate standards of honesty, transparency, and academic accountability.