Copyright and Licensing

The Journal of Forensic Science and Research (JFSR) ensures clarity and transparency in its copyright and licensing policies. These policies safeguard the rights of authors while promoting global access to scholarly work. By adopting open licensing frameworks, we facilitate the legal sharing, reuse, and adaptation of published content.

Copyright Ownership

Authors publishing in JFSR retain copyright of their work. Upon acceptance, authors grant the journal a non-exclusive license to publish, archive, and disseminate the article. This ensures that authors maintain ownership while enabling widespread access through open access distribution.

Licensing Terms

All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license. This license permits unrestricted use, distribution, reproduction, and adaptation in any medium, provided that the original authors and source are properly cited.

Author Rights

  • Retain full copyright of their published work.
  • Freely distribute copies of the published article.
  • Deposit published versions in institutional and disciplinary repositories.
  • Reuse and adapt content in future works, presentations, and teaching materials.

Third-Party Material

Authors must secure permission for any copyrighted material (e.g., images, figures, or data) used in their manuscripts. Proper attribution and documentation of permissions are required upon submission. Reuse of third-party material must align with the terms of the original copyright holder.

Publisher Rights

JFSR holds the right to publish, disseminate, and archive the work. The publisher ensures discoverability through indexing services, DOI registration, and long-term archiving in trusted repositories.

Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement

JFSR employs plagiarism detection software to screen submissions. Any suspected copyright infringement or misuse of third-party content is investigated in accordance with COPE guidelines. Violations may lead to rejection, retraction, or corrective notices.

Compliance with Funder Policies

Our copyright and licensing policy aligns with open access mandates of major funders, including Plan S, Horizon Europe, the NIH Public Access Policy, and the Wellcome Trust. Authors can be assured that publishing in JFSR satisfies funder requirements for open accessibility.

FAQs

Can I republish my article in a book or thesis?

Yes. Authors retain rights to reuse their work, provided the original article is properly cited with DOI information.

Can institutions or libraries host JFSR articles?

Yes. Articles may be freely hosted on institutional repositories and library archives under CC BY 4.0.

What about commercial reuse?

Commercial reuse is allowed under CC BY 4.0, provided attribution to the original source and authors is maintained.

Commitment to Transparency

JFSR is committed to maintaining clear and accessible licensing policies that empower authors while supporting open science. Our licensing practices are regularly reviewed to comply with evolving international publishing and legal standards.