Withdrawal Policy

Authors:

• Prior to Submission: Manuscripts can be withdrawn without consequence at any point before formal submission to JOCLSI. Simply inform the editorial office via email.
• After Submission: Withdrawal during any stage of the review process requires contacting the editorial office. However, be aware of the following:
  • Pre-review: While reviewers haven't started yet, withdrawal may delay similar submissions in the future.
  • During review: Withdrawing after reviewers have invested their time requires a clear explanation. Repeated withdrawals might raise concerns about future submissions.
  • Post-acceptance: Withdrawal is discouraged and generally not allowed unless there are exceptional circumstances (e.g., ethical violations, major errors). Consult the editors immediately.

Editors:

Editors may suggest withdrawal if:

• The manuscript falls short of JOCLSI's standards for scholarship, originality, or relevance.
• Ethical concerns or plagiarism are identified.
• The manuscript has significant flaws or needs extensive revisions exceeding feasibility.
• The topic no longer aligns with JOCLSI's current scope or interests.

Consequences of Withdrawal:

• Withdrawing before acceptance allows resubmission after addressing concerns and following regular submission procedures.
• Repeated withdrawals without valid reasons may affect future submissions' consideration.

Communication:

Always notify the editorial office via email regarding withdrawal, mentioning the manuscript title and corresponding author's name.