Source: JURIST

JURIST – In this legal commentary, the author argues that AI systems are posing systemic threats to the rule of law, especially where algorithms influence legal, administrative, or commercial decisions without transparency or accountability. The central concern is that automated decision-making can bypass core legal principles such as due process, the right to explanation, and the accessibility of remedies.

The article draws attention to how AI tools used by governments and corporations often operate in opaque ways, making it difficult for affected individuals to understand or challenge decisions. This undermines legal predictability and weakens judicial oversight. Additionally, there is concern about bias baked into algorithms, potentially reproducing or amplifying social inequalities.

The piece calls for robust legal frameworks that ensure AI systems are interpretable, auditable, and subject to judicial review, warning that failure to do so could corrode trust in democratic institutions and legal systems.