Artificial Intelligence, Law and Justice

Overview

ABOUT THE COURSE:

Globally AI is transforming law and justice in many ways. India is also adopting AI in Law and Justice in For example Supreme Court of India is using AI facilitated SUPACE and greater thrust in use of AI in law and Justice.

AI based tools in now part of Ecourts Modernization Phase III. Many law firms are using AI based tools while legal tech start ups are active in developing AI based products and services.

The use of AI in Law and Justice while beneficial, raises many questions on impacts of AI on law and justice in theory and practice. This course provides an introduction to this emerging and important theme covering various aspects in AI, Law and Justice, including algorithmic decision making, Responsible AI in law and justice, AI and Intellectual Property Rights, and, AI, legal technology and how AI can transform Law and Justice in more than one way.INTENDED AUDIENCE:

General (Students and anyone interested)INDUSTRY SUPPORT:

Not applicable but this will be useful to LLB/LLM students

Syllabus

• Introduction to AI and Its Role in Law and Justice
Overview of AI technologies
Historical context of AI in the legal field
Current trends and developments
• AI and Algorithmic Decision-Making
Understanding algorithms in legal decisions
Case studies of algorithmic applications
Ethical considerations and biases in AI
• Responsible AI in Law and Justice
Principles of responsible AI
Regulatory frameworks and guidelines
Case analysis of responsible AI practices
• AI and Intellectual Property Rights
Impact of AI on intellectual property law
AI-generated content and ownership rights
Legal challenges and future directions
• Legal Technology and AI's Transformation of Law and Justice
Overview of AI-based legal tech tools
Implementation in law firms and courts
Future projections for legal practice
• AI, Human Rights, and Access to Justice
AI's influence on human rights considerations
Enhancing access to justice with AI
Challenges and solutions for equitable AI use
• AI in E-Court Modernization and Digital Justice in India
SUPACE and AI initiatives by the Supreme Court of India
Phase III of Ecourts Modernization
Innovations and case studies from India
• Conclusion and Future Perspectives
Future trends in AI's impact on law and justice
Emerging challenges and opportunities
Reflection and discussion on course insights

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Taught by

Prof. Krishna Ravi Srinivas

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Subjects

Computer Science