Laws in Chennai must adapt to AI advancements

At the ‘Justice Unplugged: Shaping the Future of Law’ conclave in Chennai, legal experts discussed the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on law. They highlighted the need to adapt legal principles as AI technology advances. Srinath Sridevan, a senior advocate, noted that traditional views on property and liability are changing. As AI creates new content, ownership issues are becoming more complex. He explained that AI can now make decisions and even deceive, making it hard to assign responsibility for its actions. Suhrith Parthasarathy pointed out that society must update its laws to reflect modern technology. He argued that existing laws, such as copyright, do not account for AI-generated work. He warned that if lawmakers do not act quickly, legal systems might struggle to keep up with AI advancements. The discussion also addressed the idea of granting legal status to AI and the potential biases in algorithms. Prof. Rabbiraj raised concerns about who would be liable if AI causes harm—whether it’s the creator, user, or developer. This raises significant questions for future legal frameworks. Sridevan acknowledged that while AI may not fully replace human judgment, it could help make legal processes more efficient. He emphasized that much work is still needed to integrate AI into the justice system effectively.