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The Judiciary of Trinidad and Tobago has issued a Practice Direction establishing a framework for the responsible and ethical use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) in court proceedings. Issued by Chief Justice Ronnie Boodoosingh on 7 July 2026, the Practice Direction took effect on 8 July 2026 and was published in the Trinidad and Tobago Gazette on 9 July 2026. The text of the post identifies the Practice Direction as guidance directed to judicial officers, attorneys-at-law, litigants, witnesses, experts and other court users about the appropriate use of generative AI within the justice system. The post indicates the measure is part of the Judiciary’s efforts to modernise the administration of justice.

The Practice Direction is presented as supporting modernisation while ensuring that judicial decision-making remains grounded in human judgment, professional ethics, fairness and accountability. The Instagram post states that a full media release is available on the Judiciary’s website (linked in bio), and invites readers to consult that release for more information.