Focus And Scope

Fokus dan Ruang Lingkup

The Journal of Indonesian Constitution and Administrative Law (JICAL) focuses on the publication of original research, conceptual studies, and critical analyses in the fields of Constitutional Law and Administrative Law within the context of Indonesia’s constitutional system. The journal aims to serve as a scholarly forum for academics, legal researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students to examine contemporary developments, theoretical debates, and practical challenges in constitutional and administrative law.

JICAL rigorously explores constitutional principles, governmental systems, judicial processes, and administrative governance frameworks that underpin democratic, accountable, and law-based public administration. The journal encourages interdisciplinary perspectives to enrich legal discourse and contribute to legal reform and public policy development.

The scope of JICAL includes, but is not limited to:

  • Indonesian Constitutional Law
  • Constitutional Theory and Practice
  • Human Rights in Constitutional Perspective
  • Governmental Systems and Separation of Powers
  • Election Law and Democracy
  • Constitutional Justice and Judicial Review
  • Administrative Law
  • Government Administrative Actions and Decisions
  • Administrative Procedures and Public Services
  • Public Law and Public Policy
  • Government Regulation and Good Governance
  • Legal and Administrative Reform
  • Analysis of Court Decisions (Case Review)
  • Interdisciplinary Approaches to Public Law

JICAL accepts original research articles, literature reviews, and legal case studies that align with the journal’s focus and scope. All submitted manuscripts undergo a peer-review process to ensure academic quality, scientific validity, and originality.

JICAL is published biannually, in May and October. All published articles are available as open access, promoting wider dissemination of knowledge and supporting the advancement of constitutional and administrative law studies in Indonesia.