Algorithm bias and Discrimination bias in AI-Assisted Legal Processes

  • Neha Bharti and Mohd Imran
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  • Neha Bharti

    Research Scholar at School of Law & Constitutional Studies, Shobhit Institute of Engineering & Technology (Deemed to be University), Meerut, India

  • Dr. Mohd Imran

    Professor and Director Academics, University Institute of Legal Studies, Chandigarh University, India

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Abstract

The integration of Artificial Intelligence into the legal system has brought about both opportunities for enhanced efficiency and impartiality as well as new challenges, particularly in the form of algorithm and discrimination biases. Algorithm bias stems from inherent errors in AI model creation, training, or implementation, often mirroring the existing societal inequities found in training data or decision-making frameworks. Conversely, discrimination bias leads to the unfair treatment of individuals or groups due to these algorithmic biases, resulting in unjust or prejudiced outcomes within legal contexts. In the realm of legal processes, biases can surface in tools employed for predictive policing, sentence suggestions, and risk evaluations, potentially reinforcing societal inequalities. Tackling these issues is crucial to ensure that AI-assisted legal processes enhance justice rather than perpetual inequalities, thereby aligning technological progress with ethical and legal norms. This paper highlights the issues in AI-assisted legal system algorithm bias and discrimination bias, and also states the feedback loops. This study explores the implications of and mitigation strategies for algorithm and discrimination biases in an AI-driven Legal System.

Keywords

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • legal system
  • bias
  • discrimination

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International Journal of Law Management and Humanities, Volume 8, Issue 2, Page 5212 - 5221

DOI: https://doij.org/10.10000/IJLMH.119611

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