This issue of LEGAL HORIZONS  Volume 25, Issue 2 (2025) brings together a diverse and thought-provoking collection of articles that reflect the multifaceted challenges and transformations taking place across contemporary legal systems in both national and transnational contexts. The editorial board is proud to present nine scholarly contributions that not only explore pressing legal issues but also offer novel theoretical frameworks and practical recommendations for reform. Each article in this volume offers fresh insight into legal transformations occurring across different jurisdictions, reflecting the dynamic interaction between legal tradition and innovation.
Opening the issue “Judicial overreach and the rise of the positive legislator: A constitutional analysis of Indonesia’s constitutional court” by Faisyah, Ali Safa’at, and Susmayanti present a constitutional analysis of Indonesia’s Constitutional Court, illuminating the growing tension between judicial authority and legislative prerogative. Their discussion on judicial overreach and the emergence of the court as a "positive legislator" is both timely and provocative, especially in light of recent constitutional developments in the region. 
In a comparative turn, Manyilova and Norchuk “Legal principles of digitalization of public administration in Ukraine: Challenges and perspectives” delve into the legal principles underlying the digitalization of public administration in Ukraine, identifying both opportunities and risks. Their work bridges theory and institutional practice, offering valuable insights for policymakers navigating digital transformation.
In “Civil-law regulation of electronic contracts: Current challenges in marketing and the digital economy”, Zahorodnii, Nadiienko, and Artemenko address the evolving landscape of civil-law regulation in the realm of electronic contracts. They examine current marketing challenges and the digital economy, offering a nuanced understanding of contract law's adaptation to new commercial realities.
Myroslavskyi contributes with “The role of AI in standardizating contracts and its impact on business process optimization”, offering a forward-looking analysis of how artificial intelligence tools can reshape the structure, negotiation, and performance of contracts in the business sphere. His analysis contributes to the growing discourse on how legal tools can integrate with emerging technologies to enhance economic efficiency and reduce transactional risks.
The regulatory challenges of emerging mobility technologies are discussed in "The Urgency of Regulating Electric Bicycles in the Road Traffic and Transportation Law in the Era of Technological Advancement" by Tabani Cahyaning Ekwandi, Noerdajasakti, and Yuliati. Their article proposes legal reforms to ensure the safe and equitable integration of electric bicycles into existing transport systems.
“Judges' parameters in deciding divorce on the grounds of onheelbare tweespalt” by Chyntia, Sulistyarini, and Hadisuryo  examines the Dutch-originated legal ground of irreparable breakdown in marital relations, as interpreted by Indonesian judges. Their work examines how cultural and doctrinal elements intersect in judicial decisions and adds a comparative dimension to family law jurisprudence.
Further addressing Indonesia’s constitutional framework, “Reforming ethical oversight mechanisms for constitutional court justices in Indonesia” by Nasilah, Negara, and Dwi Prasetyo analyzes current deficiencies in ethical supervision and proposes systemic reforms to reinforce judicial accountability. Their call for reforming oversight mechanisms underscores the critical need for integrity and accountability at the highest levels of judicial power.
Environmental and criminal law intersect in “Criminological and criminalistic bases of illegal engagement in fishing, hunting, or other water-based extractive industries” by Denisova and Sobko. The article adopts an interdisciplinary approach to understanding and curbing ecological crime, highlighting both legislative and enforcement challenges.
The issue concludes with “Prosecutor participation in criminal mediation: Legal regulation, challenges, and ways to overcome them” by Petrenko. Focusing on Ukraine, the author evaluates the normative basis and procedural realities of prosecutorial involvement in restorative justice, offering concrete proposals for legal and institutional improvement.
Together, these contributions showcase the dynamism of contemporary legal scholarship and the shared commitment of jurists, scholars, and practitioners to respond to complex societal transformations with rigor, critical insight, and an eye toward justice. We thank our contributors and peer reviewers for their dedication, and we invite our readers to engage deeply with the ideas presented in this issue.
The Editorial Board
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