SOCIAL & LEGAL STUDIES

metrics 2024

Exploring the Nexus of Legal and Social Dynamics

Introduction

SOCIAL & LEGAL STUDIES, published by SAGE Publications Ltd, stands at the forefront of interdisciplinary research within the spheres of law, sociology, and political science. With an ISSN of 0964-6639 and an E-ISSN of 1461-7390, the journal has established a significant presence in academia since its inception in 1992. This esteemed journal, recognized as a Q1 publication in Law and holding Q2 status in both miscellaneous Social Sciences and Sociology & Political Science categories, garners attention from leading scholars and practitioners alike, evidenced by its impressive Scopus rankings, including a top 88th percentile in Law. Although it does not offer open access, researchers and students can rely on this journal for high-quality, peer-reviewed articles that synthesize theoretical and empirical insights, addressing contemporary legal and social issues. As it converges into 2024, SOCIAL & LEGAL STUDIES continues to be a vital platform for advancing discussions that shape the interplay between societal norms and legal frameworks.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.47
Journal Impact Factor1.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.40
H-Index50
Journal IF Without Self1.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.45
Influence1.12
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life7.10
Citing Half Life10.00
JCI1.51
Total Documents775
WOS Total Citations1251
SCIMAGO Total Citations2662
SCIMAGO SELF Citations179
Scopus Journal Rank0.47
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.10
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.08
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.46

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #117/1025
Percentile 88.59
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #359/1466
Percentile 75.51
Quartile Q1
General Social Sciences in Social Sciences
Rank #72/275
Percentile 73.82
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

CRIMINOLOGY & PENOLOGY
Rank 51/113
Percentile 55.30
Quartile Q2
LAW
Rank 70/421
Percentile 83.50
Quartile Q1
SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 93/263
Percentile 64.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

CRIMINOLOGY & PENOLOGY
Rank 9/113
Percentile 92.04
Quartile Q1
LAW
Rank 61/421
Percentile 85.51
Quartile Q1
SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 27/263
Percentile 89.73
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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