Post Publication Discussion

Padjadjaran Law Review (PLR) encourages scholarly discussion after publication to promote academic debate and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the scholarly record. Readers are welcome to submit comments, criticisms, and responses to published articles in accordance with this policy.

1. Purpose

Post-publication discussion allows readers to provide critical feedback, offer alternative perspectives, identify errors in legal analysis or references, share relevant legal developments, and raise concerns about research integrity.

2. Forms of Discussion

Readers may engage in post-publication discussion through:

  • Letter to the Editor: A short response submitted by email to the journal's official editorial address, with the subject line “Post-Publication Discussion: [Article Title]”.

  • Response Article: A substantive scholarly response submitted through the journal's online submission system and subject to peer review.

  • External Platforms: Discussions on academic platforms may be considered by the editors if they raise significant concerns about a published article.

3. Submission Requirements

Letters to the Editor must:

  • identify the published article by title and DOI;

  • be submitted within 12 months of publication, except for serious research integrity concerns;

  • not exceed 1,500 words, including references;

  • be written in English and supported by scholarly arguments;

  • use respectful and professional language; and

  • include the author's name, affiliation, email address, and relevant conflicts of interest.

4. Editorial Procedure

The Editor-in-Chief assesses each submission for relevance, substance, and compliance with this policy. If accepted for consideration, the original author is invited to respond within 30 days. The editors then decide whether to publish the discussion and the author's reply. Published responses are linked to the original article.

5. Possible Outcomes

Depending on the findings, the journal may take no further action, publish the discussion and reply, issue a correction, publish an expression of concern, retract the article, or initiate a research misconduct investigation in accordance with the journal's relevant policies.

6. Principles

PLR handles post-publication discussions fairly, promptly, and transparently. All parties must be treated respectfully, and abusive or defamatory language is not permitted. Editorial decisions follow the principles and guidance of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).