Author Guideline

Manuscripts submitted to LEX OMNIBUS : Jurnal Hukum Tata Negara dan Administrasi Negara must fit within the journal scope. Authors should carefully read and understand the author guidelines before submitting their manuscripts. Manuscripts that do not follow the Author Guideline and Template  will be rejected by the editorial team before the review process.

Title

Title of paper should be concise, reflect the whole of paper, and ideally not more than 15 words (Cambria, 16pt, Bold).

Abstract

Abstract should be clear, concise, and descriptive. It must include a brief introduction to the problem addressed, research objectives, methodology, and a summary of the discussion. The abstract should be written in English, using Cambria 10 pt, italicized, and not exceed 250 words

Introduction

The introduction should be clear and set the stage for the topic discussed in the manuscript. Before stating the objectives, authors should give a brief background and a concise literature review. This helps to capture the current scenario, showcase the standout previous research, identify limitations in past studies, propose how to address those limitations, and highlight the scientific significance or innovations of the paper. The paragraph should end with the author/s reflecting on the importance of identifying the issue and the research objectives. Moreover, Author must describe the research methods used in the article. The research methods can be outlined in both the Introduction and Abstract as needed. Ensure to explain how these methods differ from those previously used. For example, you might state, “The novelty of this research significantly contributes to determining the means, size, and function of parliamentary thresholds in legislative elections.” At the end of the Introduction, pose the research problem which outlines the aspects to be investigated, potentially presented as a research question or statement.

It's essentials for manuscripts authored by non-native English speakers to undergo proofreading. Ignoring this may lead to rejection. Please use Cambria, size 12 font, and maintain 1.15 line spacing for the main body of the manuscript (Introduction to Conclusion).

The Articles section is expected to span between 4000 and 6000 words in length (Exclude References). It should incorporate a minimum of 80 % journal sources and 20% books, where 5 of these journals should be SCOPUS indexed. These journals should be at least in the period of the last five years.

Submitted articles must be original and must not have been published elsewhere. Articles that have been accepted and have undergone the review process will be published in stages via the Open Journal System (OJS). Footnotes should follow the Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition Full Note. Use a reference management tool (Mendeley or Zotero). The article must surpass the plagiarism limit below 20% similarity.

Research Method (Bold, 14 pt)

This method should be written descriptively and include a statement outlining the research methodology, including the type of research, research approach, data source, and analytic method. The author must describe the method for analysing the legal issue. This method, which provides the reader with as much information as possible on the method employed, is optional and should only be included in an original research piece.

Results and Discussion (Bold, 14 pt)

This section is the most important section of your article. The analysis or results of the research should be clear and concise. The results should summarize (scientific) findings rather than providing data in great detail. Please highlight the differences between your results or findings and the previous publications by other researchers.

Following the main headings should be provided in the manuscript while preparing. The separation between Main headings, sub-headings and sub-sub headings should not be numbered in the manuscript, but using the separation in the following example:

III. ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION  A. Sub-Headings       1. Sub-sub headings          a) Point headings

Tables and Figures are presented center and cited in the manuscript. The figures should be readable and at least have a resolution of 300 DPI (Dots Per Inch) for excellent printing quality. Table made with the open model (without the vertical lines) as shown below:

Table 1. Table title (Example)

Title	Title	Title	Title	Title	Title
Contain	Explanation
Contain		Explanation
Contain			Explanation
Contain				Explanation
Contain					Explanation

Source/s: …….

Etc.

Please note that at the discussion part, it should be clear capture the main problems, and minimum three sub discussion.

Conclusion (Bold, 14 Pt)

The conclusion contains a description that should answer the objectives of the research. Provide a clear and concise conclusion. Do not repeat the abstract or simply describe the results of the research. Give a clear explanation regarding the possible application and/or suggestions related to the research findings. One paragraph only and do not use bulleting or numbering.

References

Footnotes should follow the Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition Full Note. Use a reference management tool (Mendeley or Zotero).

Acknowledgments

[OPTIONAL]. This is intended to acknowledge the assistance and funding of associates who are not recognised as co-authors for your research/publication.

Generative AI Statement

Authors are requested to disclose any generative AI process during writing the paper or doing research. During the preparation of this manuscript, the author(s) used [Tool Name, e.g., Gemini 3 Flash] to [Purpose, e.g., refine language and improve readability]. Following this process, the author(s) critically reviewed, edited, and validated the output to ensure accuracy and scientific integrity. The author(s) maintain full accountability for the final content. AI was used solely as a supportive tool and is not credited with authorship. No original data analysis or interpretations were performed by the AI without human oversight.

Reviewing Process of the Manuscript

The peer review process at LEX OMNIBUS : Jurnal Hukum Tata Negara dan Administrasi Negara begins with manuscript submission through the online system, followed by an initial screening to ensure compliance with guidelines and relevance. Manuscripts that pass this stage are then assigned to expert reviewers who conduct a double-blind review to maintain objectivity. Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on originality, significance, and methodology, providing recommendations for revision, acceptance, or rejection.

Based on the reviewers' recommendations, the editorial team decides whether to accept, request revisions, or reject the manuscript. Revised manuscripts are re-evaluated before a final decision is made. Accepted manuscripts are then processed for publication, including formatting and proofreading, while published articles are monitored for any necessary post-publication corrections. The review process typically takes 1-2 months. Authors will be notified of the final decision once the review process is complete. For more information about the peer review process.

SUBMISSION PREPARATION CHECKLIST

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.

1. The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
2. The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, RTF, or WordPerfect document file format.
3. Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
4. The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
5. The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines, which is found in About the Journal.
6. If submitting to a peer-reviewed section of the journal, the instructions in Ensuring a Blind Review have been followed.