AI guidelines for lawyers, court officers
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KUALA LUMPUR: The judiciary plans to release AI guidelines for legal proceedings soon, Chief Justice Tun Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh announced. The move stems from worries about AI-generated submissions that may be convincing but inaccurate. Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid informed reporters that guidelines will apply to lawyers and court officers, while judges already have their own rules.
AI can speed up court proceedings, but it should be used responsibly. Embracing technology is necessary, but human judgment remains crucial, especially when exercising judicial discretion. Malaysia abolished mandatory death penalties in 2023, demonstrating the importance of judges' discretion in ensuring fairness. Technology cannot replicate the empathy and mercy that human judges can offer.
Intellectual honesty is vital as technology reshapes the legal profession. Judges and lawyers must ensure their judgments are based on the law, facts, and evidence, while avoiding external influences and protecting the rights of all involved.
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