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How is AI being used in the legal system?

Apr 14, 2025

AI is making waves in the legal system, with judges consulting chatbots like ChatGPT for advice. A notable case in Pakistan saw a judge rely on AI to determine bail for a young suspect. While this showcases innovation, the growing use of AI also raises concerns about ethics and potential pitfalls. The discussion touches on the effectiveness of predictive justice and highlights the balance between efficiency and responsibility in legal practices.

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Judges are increasingly consulting AI tools like ChatGPT for legal decisions, highlighting a shift towards integrating technology in the justice system.

While AI can enhance efficiency, it also poses risks of bias and misinformation, raising ethical concerns about its reliability in legal contexts.

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AI's Emerging Role in the Legal System

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into the legal system, with notable instances of judges utilizing tools like ChatGPT to inform their decisions. For example, a Pakistani judge consulted ChatGPT when deciding whether to grant bail to a juvenile suspect, showing a novel approach to judicial reasoning by referencing the chatbot's insights on legal provisions. Similarly, a Colombian judge turned to ChatGPT regarding health insurance coverage for an autistic child, indicating a growing reliance on AI for complex legal matters. While these cases raise hopes for efficiency in justice, they also spark debates about the advisability and ethics of employing AI in legal contexts.

AI’s Growing Influence in Judicial Decisions

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AI Transformations in the Legal Landscape

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ChatGPT has been invading all walks of life in recent months, and that even includes the justice system. In late March 2023, a Pakistani judge consulted the chatbot before granting bail to a 13 year old boy who stood accused of kidnapping and attempting to rape a 9 year old.

According to Pakistan Observer, the judge asked ChatGPT the following initial question: ““Can a juvenile suspect in Pakistan, who is 13 years old, be granted bail after arrest?” The chatbot responded: “Under the Juvenile Justice System Act 2018, according to section 12, the court can grant bail on certain conditions.” A discussion then ensued on how this option could be interpreted when taking into account certain other laws. The judge included ChatGPT’s responses in his judgement and stated how impressed he was. The cases have led to hope that AI could help make legal systems around the world more efficient, but there’s been a lot of criticism and skepticism too.

Are there any other examples aside from ChatGPT ? What are the possible risks then?

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