The Revenue Law Journal (RLJ) is committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and accountable editorial process. The journal welcomes complaints and appeals regarding editorial decisions, peer review, publication ethics, or journal procedures and is committed to resolving them promptly, impartially, and confidentially. This policy is developed in accordance with the recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Appeals Against Editorial Decisions

Authors who believe that an editorial decision was based on a misunderstanding, factual error, or procedural concern may submit a formal appeal.

Appeals should:

• Be submitted in writing to the Editorial Office.
• Clearly explain the reason for the appeal.
• Include supporting evidence or relevant documentation.
• Be based on scientific, legal, or procedural grounds rather than disagreement with reviewer opinions alone.

The Editor-in-Chief or an independent editor, where appropriate, will review the appeal. Additional expert reviewers may be consulted if necessary. The decision following an appeal is final.

Complaints

The journal welcomes complaints relating to:

• Editorial decisions.
• Peer-review procedures.
• Publication ethics.
• Delays in editorial handling.
• Author or reviewer conduct.
• Conflicts of interest.
• Allegations of research misconduct.
• Journal policies or publication practices.

All complaints will be handled confidentially, fairly, and without prejudice.

Complaint Handling Process

Upon receiving a complaint, the Editorial Office will:

• Acknowledge receipt of the complaint.
• Conduct an initial assessment.
• Gather relevant information and supporting evidence.
• Consult editors, reviewers, or authors where necessary.
• Follow the appropriate COPE guidance when applicable.
• Communicate the outcome to the complainant within a reasonable timeframe.

Where necessary, complaints involving ethical concerns may be referred to the authors' institutions or other relevant authorities.

Confidentiality

All complaints and appeals are treated as confidential. Information will be shared only with individuals directly involved in investigating and resolving the matter.

COPE Guidance

Revenue Law Journal follows the COPE Core Practices and relevant COPE Flowcharts when managing complaints, appeals, and ethical concerns. The journal is committed to ensuring that every case is considered objectively, transparently, and consistently.

Final Decisions

The final decision regarding complaints and appeals rests with the Editor-in-Chief. Decisions are made solely on the basis of evidence, publication ethics, and the journal's editorial policies, ensuring fairness and the integrity of the scholarly record.

Contact for Complaints and Appeals

All complaints and appeals should be submitted to the Editorial Office:

Revenue Law Journal (RLJ)

Manuscript Submission:
submission@revlawjournal.com

Editorial & Technical Support:
support@revlawjournal.com

Revenue Law Journal is committed to continuously improving its editorial processes and values constructive feedback from authors, reviewers, and readers. Complaints and appeals are viewed as an important part of maintaining transparency, accountability, and excellence in scholarly publishing.