Source: Malaya

The Supreme Court of the Philippines is developing a governance framework to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the judiciary. This initiative aims to ensure that AI tools used in courtrooms comply with ethical standards, protect human rights, and maintain the integrity of judicial processes.

The framework will address issues such as algorithmic transparency, accountability, and the role of human oversight in AI-assisted judicial decision-making. It also seeks to provide guidelines for the ethical use of AI in case management, legal research, and court administration.

This move reflects the Supreme Court’s recognition of AI’s potential to enhance judicial efficiency while emphasizing the need for safeguards to prevent bias, errors, and misuse. The framework is expected to set a precedent for responsible AI adoption in legal systems across the region.