Statement on the use of GenAI
This journal does not currently allow the use of Generative AI or AI-assisted technologies such as ChatGPT or similar services for manuscript preperation. If you used generative AI or AI-assisted technology, including AI agents or deep research tools, please include the following statement directly before the references at the end of your manuscript.
Declaration of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the manuscript preparation process
During the preparation of this work the author(s) used [NAME OF TOOL/SERVICE] in order to [REASON]. After using this tool/service, the author(s) reviewed and edited the content as needed and take(s) full responsibility for the content of the published article.
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Authorship
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) does not meet the authorship criteria of the Kırıkkale Law Review. AI tools may not be listed as authors or co-authors, and citations should not attribute authorship to sources generated by AI.
Authors who use AI-assisted technologies in research, manuscript preparation, or the presentation of data within the manuscript must disclose such use in the cover letter and in the AI Use Disclosure section. The Methods section should provide detailed information about the AI tool used, including its version and the specific prompts employed. Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of their work. They must provide appropriate citations and take measures to mitigate potential AI-related biases. The Editors reserve the right to reject manuscripts if the use of AI is deemed inappropriate.
Use of Generative AI in Scientific Writing
This policy applies only to the writing process and does not cover AI tools used for data analysis or research insights.
Authors may use AI-assisted technologies solely to improve the readability and language of their manuscripts. The use of AI must remain subject to comprehensive human review, editing, and oversight, as AI-generated content may be inaccurate, incomplete, or biased. Authors remain fully responsible for the final version of their work.
The use of AI in manuscript preparation must be disclosed and stated in the published work to ensure transparency and maintain trust among authors, readers, reviewers, and editors. AI tools must not be listed as authors because authorship entails human responsibilities, including ensuring the integrity of the work, approving the final version, and complying with ethical publishing standards.
Large language models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, do not meet authorship criteria because responsibility for the content cannot be attributed to an AI system. If an AI tool is used, this use must be reported in the Materials and Methods section and in the AI Use Disclosure section. AI-assisted editing for grammar, spelling, and readability may not require disclosure. However, AI should not be used for autonomous content generation or substantive manuscript revision. Human authors remain fully responsible for all revisions to the manuscript.
This policy will be continuously monitored and updated as necessary to reflect developments in the fields of artificial intelligence and publication ethics.
Use of Generative AI in Figures, Images, and Artwork
Generative AI is not permitted for the creation of artwork, including graphical abstracts and journal cover images, unless prior approval has been obtained from the Editors. In such cases, relevant legal, ethical, and copyright considerations must be addressed.
In view of the emerging copyright and integrity challenges associated with AI-generated images, Kırıkkale Law Review (KHM) adheres to current legal and ethical standards of scholarly publishing. This policy will be reviewed and updated as necessary.
Use of Generative AI in Peer Review
Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of manuscripts. Uploading manuscripts or portions thereof to AI tools is strictly prohibited, as doing so may violate confidentiality and data privacy rights.
Similarly, peer review reports must not be processed using AI tools, even for language improvement. Reviewers are responsible for the originality and accuracy of their evaluations. Because scholarly judgment requires human expertise, generative AI should not be used to analyze or critique manuscripts. If AI-assisted tools contribute to a review, such use must be transparently disclosed in the peer review report.
KHM may use AI tools internally for tasks such as plagiarism detection and reviewer matching. Such tools will be used in accordance with applicable ethical guidelines and data privacy standards.
Use of Generative AI in the Editorial Process
Editors must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and related correspondence. Uploading manuscripts or editorial communications to AI tools is prohibited due to potential violations of confidentiality and intellectual property rights.
Manuscript evaluation and editorial decision-making require human judgment, and generative AI should not be used for these processes. Editors remain fully responsible for their decisions and communications with authors.
If Editors suspect violations of the journal’s AI use policy, they should inform the publisher. KHM may use AI-assisted technologies for purposes such as plagiarism screening and improving editorial efficiency, provided that such use complies with applicable ethical, legal, and data privacy standards.
This policy will be updated as AI technologies and capabilities evolve, with the aim of ensuring the responsible, transparent, and ethical integration of artificial intelligence into scholarly publishing.
For further information, authors should consult the guidelines provided by COPE: COPE – Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Decision Making.
