Open Access Policy

Introduction

Lex Gazette is committed to the principles of open access. We believe that research should be freely available to the public, scholars, and practitioners worldwide without financial, legal, or technical barriers. This policy outlines our dedication to open access publishing and the guidelines for authors who wish to publish with us.

Principles of Open Access

  1. Accessibility: All articles published in Lex Gazette are freely available to readers immediately upon publication, without any subscription or access fees.
  2. Author Rights: Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant Lex Gazette the right to publish and distribute their article.
  3. Licensing: Articles are published under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 4.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

To support the costs associated with publication, Lex Gazette may charge Article Processing Charges (APCs). These charges ensure the journal can maintain high-quality standards and provide open access to all its content. Authors from low-income countries or those with financial constraints may apply for waivers or discounts.

Self-Archiving Policy

Authors are encouraged to deposit the preprint or postprint versions of their articles in institutional repositories, personal websites, or other repositories of their choice immediately upon acceptance.

Benefits of Open Access

  • Wider Audience: Research is accessible to a global audience, increasing visibility and impact.
  • Increased Citations: Open access articles are more likely to be cited.
  • Public Engagement: Enables the public and practitioners to access and benefit from research findings.

Compliance with Funding Bodies

Lex Gazette ensures compliance with open access policies of various funding bodies and institutions. Authors funded by organizations with specific open access requirements can rest assured that our policies meet those standards.

Conclusion

Lex Gazette is dedicated to the open access model to promote the dissemination of knowledge. We believe that by removing barriers to access, we can facilitate the advancement of research and its application in the real world.