California courts pilot AI tool for drafting orders and legal research memos
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Summary
Two of California's largest courts (Los Angeles County and Riverside County) are piloting an AI tool developed by Learned Hand that can draft orders and produce research memos. Currently used primarily in civil cases, documents suggest potential expansion into criminal cases where stakes are higher. The LA County Superior Court began the pilot in February 2024, and other courts may follow. The tool raises questions about AI's role in the justice system, particularly regarding fairness, accuracy, and access to justice.
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· 3 pulledTwo of California's largest courts are testing an AI tool that can draft orders and produce research memos.
Judges so far are using it primarily for civil cases, but documents obtained by CalMatters indicate the possibility of expanded applications in criminal cases, where people's freedom and access to justice are on the line.
Other courts may follow, according to Learned Hand founder and chief executive officer Shlomo Klapper.
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