Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik recognizes the importance of protecting whistleblowers who report allegations of misconduct in good faith. Whistleblowers will be treated with confidentiality, and their identity will be protected throughout the investigation process.

Investigation Process
Upon receiving an allegation of misconduct, Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik will initiate an unbiased and thorough investigation. The investigation may involve consulting relevant experts, examining original data, and seeking clarification from all parties involved.

Pre-Publication Allegations
If misconduct is alleged before the publication of an article in Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik, the editorial board may decide to postpone publication pending the outcome of the investigation.

Post-Publication Allegations
If misconduct is alleged after the publication of an article in Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik, the journal will follow a post-publication investigation process to assess the validity of the allegations and take appropriate actions if misconduct is confirmed.

Corrective Actions
If misconduct is substantiated, Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik may take various corrective actions, including but not limited to:

• Retracting the article.
• Issuing a correction or erratum.
• In serious cases, Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik might impose sanctions on responsible authors or contributors.
• Notifying relevant institutions or authorities.

Communication and Transparency
Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik will communicate the outcome of the investigation to the complainant, the accused individuals, and any affected parties. Additionally, the journal will make the investigation process and its outcome publicly available, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Review of the Policy
Jurnal Analisis Kebijakan dan Pelayanan Publik will periodically review and update this policy to align with the evolving best practices in handling allegations of misconduct. Any revisions to this policy will be communicated to stakeholders and published on the journal's website