Supreme Court of Georgia Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs has announced the formation of a new committee to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on the judiciary. The Judicial Council of Georgia Ad Hoc Committee on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Courts will work in partnership with the National Center for State Courts (NCSC).
Justice Andrew A. Pinson will chair the committee, which is tasked with evaluating both risks and benefits associated with using Generative AI in court systems. The goal is to maintain public trust and confidence as AI technology becomes more prevalent in judicial processes. The committee's first meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024, at the Nathan Deal Judicial Center, and its members include representatives from various state courts and judicial partner agencies.
“We recognize that, while there is much discussion around this subject, many of the opportunities and threats associated with AI are unknown at this point,” said Justice Pinson. “We hope the work of this committee will educate and guide the judiciary as we explore this new technology.”
The Judicial Council of Georgia, which acts as a policymaking body for the state's judicial branch, will support this initiative.
Additionally, the State Bar of Georgia has formed its own Special Committee on Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Tools, Resources and Legal Obligations. This group aims to assess how legal practitioners' use of AI should be reflected in the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct and Bar policy. It will make recommendations to both its Board of Governors and the Supreme Court.
“The State Bar is grateful to the Judicial Council for its attention to this important area. We look forward to collaborating with the ad hoc committee,” said State Bar President Ivy Cadle. “Together we will work to balance the opportunities of AI with the risks posed by this emerging technology. Our work must be data-driven and focused on protecting the public while we enhance the administration of justice.”