About the Journal

Law and Legitimacy is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to advancing scholarly discourse on law, legal institutions, governance, and the legitimacy of legal and political systems.

The journal provides a platform for original research, critical legal analysis, and interdisciplinary scholarship addressing contemporary legal challenges at national, regional, and international levels.

With particular attention to legal developments in Uzbekistan, Central Asia, and the broader international community, Law and Legitimacy welcomes contributions that explore the relationship between law, justice, institutional accountability, human rights, and the rule of law.

The journal is committed to academic integrity, rigorous peer review, editorial independence, and responsible scholarly publishing in accordance with internationally recognized publication ethics principles, including the COPE Core Practices.

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