Aims & Scope

The Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine publishes topical articles on aspects of forensic and legal medicine.

Specifically the Journal supports research that explores the medical principles of care and forensic assessment of individuals, whether adult or child, in contact with the judicial system.

It is a fully peer-review hybrid journal with a broad international perspective.

The Journal accepts submissions of original research, review articles, and pertinent case studies, editorials, and commentaries in relevant areas of Forensic and Legal Medicine, Context of Practice, and Education and Training.

The Journal adheres to strict publication ethical guidelines, and actively supports a culture of inclusive and representative publication.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year Value
2025 1.2

Journal Rank

Year Value
2024 12468

Journal Citation Indicator

Year Value
2024 550

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year Value
2024 0.457

Quartile

Year Value
2024 Q1

h-index

Year Value
2024 61

Impact Factor Trend


Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.


Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.


Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.


Quick Facts

Current Factor
1.2
First Published: 2025

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

SJR
0.457
First Published: 2024

Quartile

Current Quartile
Q1
First Published: 2024

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