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An AI-powered 'robot lawyer' developed by DoNotPay is set to assist a defendant in a real court case by listening to proceedings and providing real-time legal advice via smartphone. This unprecedented use of AI in legal defense raises concerns about the impact on defendants' rights and the fairness of judicial processes.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
An AI system (the 'robot lawyer') is explicitly involved, providing real-time legal advice to a defendant in court. While no harm has yet occurred, the AI's use in legal defense could plausibly lead to harm if the AI provides incorrect or misleading advice, potentially affecting the defendant's legal rights or outcomes. Since the event is about a planned use with potential for harm but no realized harm yet, it fits the definition of an AI Hazard rather than an AI Incident.[AI generated]