Public Policy Technology and Law Commission – Algorithms in the Justice System
The Law Society of England and Wales has a strong interest in the impact of technology and data use on human rights. To help us understand this very broad issue, we will be examining one specific aspect: the use of algorithms in the justice system.
About the Commission
The Law Society’s Public Policy Technology and Law Commission will examine the use of algorithms in the justice system in England and Wales and what controls, if any, are needed to protect human rights and trust in the justice system.
Law Society president Christina Blacklaws is the chair/main commissioner. Her co-commissioners are Sofia Olhede and Sylvie Delacroix.
The commissioners will be taking evidence from a range of experts (tech, government, commercial and human rights) on whether algorithms and their use within the justice system should be regulated, and if so, how.
use within the justice system should be regulated, and if so, how.
Call for Evidence
The Law Society is calling for written evidence from all interested parties on the topic of algorithms in the justice system. We are looking to hear from practitioners, academics, tech professionals, civil liberties organisations, companies that make algorithms, public bodies that use them, and anyone who has an interest in technology, the rule of law and human rights.
If you are interested in giving evidence, or want to see further information, please visit the link HERE to fill out and submit the form.