Indian Supreme Court judge Bhushan R. Gavai has warned against the unchecked integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the judiciary, saying that technology should aid legal processes rather than replace human judgment.
While speaking in Kenya during a judicial engagement, he raised concerns about AI’s inability to grasp the ethical and emotional nuances central to legal decision-making.
“Can a machine, lacking human emotions and moral reasoning, truly grasp the complexities and nuances of legal disputes?” Justice Gavai asked. He affirmed that justice involves empathy, ethical considerations, and contextual understanding. He thinks that such elements are beyond an algorithm’s reach.
Justice Gavai, who will assume the role of Chief Justice of India (CJI) in May, is on a week-long visit to Kenya alongside Justice Surya Kant. Their discussions focus on leveraging technology for Judicial efficiency while maintaining the integrity of legal processes.
He agreed that AI could play a pivotal role in modernizing case management by digitizing records, automating scheduling, and enabling real-time case tracking. In India, hybrid video conferencing has improved access to justice, which allows lawyers from remote regions to present cases without extensive travel. Additionally, initiatives like live-streaming constitutional cases have enhanced judicial transparency.
However, he warned against over-reliance on AI for legal research by citing instances where AI-generated citations contained fabricated information, which led to professional embarrassment and legal risks. He also expressed concern over AI’s possible use in predicting court rulings, arguing that no algorithm can replicate human discernment.
Source: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/justice-gavai-cautions-against-integrating-ai-within-judiciary-101741634175496.html
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