With the increasing adoption of AI in the legal field, there is a need to establish regulatory frameworks governing how it is used, with the aim of balancing legal innovation with ensuring that it does not harm the rights of individuals or judicial systems.
Current regulatory frameworks for AI in law
Several countries are working on legislation to regulate the use of AI in the legal field. For example, the European Commission has developed an “Artificial Intelligence Law” that aims to categorize intelligent systems according to the level of risk they pose, including the legal risks associated with their use in the courts.
In the US, laws such as the Algorithmic Accountability Act focus on ensuring that AI systems used in legal decisions are unbiased and auditable.
The importance of transparency and accountability in intelligent legal systems
As reliance on intelligent systems grows, mechanisms to ensure the transparency of these systems and the accountability of their developers are essential. A World Economic Forum report suggests that providing an open registry of the algorithms used in legal systems can help minimize the risks associated with them and ensure compliance with laws.

Sources:

• https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/artificial-intelligence-act
• https://www.weforum.org/