A Resolution recognizing the exclusive constitutional authority of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to regulate the practice of law in this Commonwealth and urging the Court to adopt safeguards governing the use of artificial intelligence by attorneys and judges.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This resolution recognizes the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s exclusive constitutional authority to regulate the legal profession. It urges the Court to establish safeguards regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by attorneys and judges, aiming to maintain ethical standards and public trust within the legal system. Specifically, the resolution calls for measures like requiring attorney certification of legal authorities and classifying AI-generated misinformation as malpractice.
Key provisions
- Requires attorneys to certify the accuracy of legal authorities used in filings.
- Classifies citing false AI-generated legal authorities as malpractice.
- Mandates continuing legal education on AI risks and ethical usage for attorneys and judges.
- Requires specialized education for judges on AI limitations and ethical implications.
- Encourages courts to limit the use of unverified AI in legal filings.
- Directs bar associations to update ethics requirements to include AI instruction.
- Provides ethical guidance for judges regarding AI use in decision-making.
- Empowers disciplinary boards to impose penalties for AI misuse.
Who is affected
- Attorneys
- Judges
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
- Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board
- The Pennsylvania Supreme Court
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- Pn 2361 Html
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Primary sponsor
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Jacob Banta
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