Can we build a prison for AI and robots?
https://digitalcommons.bau.edu.lb/lsjournal/vol2024/iss1/6/
THE CRIMINAL LIABILITY OF INTELLIGENT ROBOTS: BETWEEN REALITY AND THE LAW
Artificial intelligence, in its modern perspective, is regarded as having the capacity to perform duties. But is it, in turn, capable of bearing responsibility—specifically, criminal liability?
In principle, punishment under criminal law is imposed on an accused individual because they deliberately violate the rules and provisions of the law, aiming to achieve criminal outcomes they intend. This implies the presence of a conscious and aware will. In contrast, a robot lacks such will and awareness, meaning that, from a legal standpoint, it does not qualify as a legal person under the traditional classification of legal entities.
Accordingly, this study raises the question of how criminal penalties could be imposed on a robot and whether this is even possible. If the penalties stipulated in criminal law cannot be applied, what are the possible alternatives, and can they be considered legally valid?
This research follows the attached plan, which forms the basis for the findings and recommendations.
Have we forgotten how to be polite?
‘First Amendment Auditors’ near Cottage Hospital Harass and Film Patients and Customers
Wednesday morning, on the sidewalks around Cottage Hospital on Nogales Avenue, three men dressed in dark clothing, one masked, armed with tripods and cameras were reportedly harassing members of the public by recording videos, shouting profanity, and threatening identity theft, according to sources at the scene.
Engaged in what is called “First Amendment auditing,” the trio, including two who later identified themselves as Mr. Dick Fitzwell and Mr. Hill, succeeded in having bystanders call 9-1-1. Santa Barbara Police Department officers and security personnel for nearby businesses responded, arriving around 10 a.m. The men had remained on public property and were not targeting specific individuals, Lieutenant Antonio Montojo said, and no arrests were warranted. Montojo, who was on watch command duty for SBPD, said the “auditors” were not associated with law enforcement, and were trying to provoke a response from people to get them to call 9-1-1.
… “First Amendment Auditing” is trending among citizen activists, who record public officials and employees in public spaces to test their understanding and respect for First Amendment rights, particularly the right to photograph and record in public. The “auditors” target unwitting members of the public in the hope they call 9-1-1. Once they do, arriving law enforcement is photographed, with any missteps uploaded to YouTube or TikTok.
Did they get it right?
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/article311536381.html
How artificial intelligence is reshaping California's judicial system | Opinion
Imagine you’re in court for a traffic ticket or a child custody dispute. You expect a judge to weigh your case with impartial wisdom and a thorough understanding of the law. But what if, behind the scenes, parts of your ruling were drafted by artificial intelligence?
This month, the California Judicial Council, which oversees the largest court system in the country, approved groundbreaking rules regulating generative AI use by judges, clerks and court staff. By September 1, every courthouse from San Diego to Siskiyou must follow policies that require human oversight, protect confidentiality and guard against AI bias.
… The council’s new guidelines are prudent: They forbid court personnel from allowing AI to draft legal documents or make decisions without meaningful human review. They warn against inputting sensitive case details into public AI platforms, preventing data leaks. They recognize the danger of bias baked into AI systems trained on flawed or discriminatory case law.
In an overstretched judicial system, these safeguards are essential. But safeguards are not barriers. And the AI genie is out of the bottle. California courts already rely on algorithmic tools. Judges use AI-powered risk assessments, like COMPAS, to predict defendants’ likelihood of reoffending, guiding bail and sentencing decisions. These tools have sparked fierce controversy as there is racial bias in the technology, yet they remain widespread.
Perspective.
Social Media Forensics: Foundations, Technical Frameworks, and Emerging Challenges
Social media forensics (SMF) has emerged as a critical subdomain of digital forensics, addressing the complex task of collecting, analyzing, and preserving evidence from dynamic, user-driven platforms. As social media plays an increasingly central role in communication, crime, and civil disputes, investigators face significant obstacles related to data volatility, platform encryption, legal jurisdiction, and user privacy. This review explores the foundational theories behind SMF, the legal frameworks that govern its practice, the array of technical tools and methodologies used for investigation, and the tactics employed by adversaries to evade detection or manipulate evidence. Special emphasis is placed on the evolving threat landscape, including deepfakes, ephemeral messaging, and decentralized platforms, as well as emerging solutions in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and real-time forensics. The paper concludes with a forward-looking perspective on the strategic, technological, and policy innovations needed to strengthen forensic readiness and ensure the integrity of digital investigations in an increasingly complex online ecosystem.
