UAE ethics code mandates human oversight in AI-driven legal decisions
No decision that affects an individual can be made by AI alone. There must always be human accountability, human oversight, and a clear record of who made the call, and when.
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The UAE Ministry of Justice launched an ethics code governing AI use in the legal profession, establishing clear governance principles for artificial intelligence in courtroom and legal processes. Dr Abdullah Al Hammadi, Assistant Undersecretary for Support Services, stated that no decision affecting individuals can be made by AI alone, and that human accountability and oversight must always be present. The announcement came at the "Innovation in Justice" panel at the UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi. The ministry has already deployed virtual court hearings, marriage documentation, power-of-attorney services, and an AI legal advisory platform for family consultations. Officials warned that criminal networks are weaponising AI to target human trafficking victims, highlighting the need for robust governance frameworks. The ethics code aligns with the UAE's digital strategy of sovereign AI, with data and systems remaining within national borders and tools built domestically rather than imported.
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Reported by: Khaleej Times 28 Sept 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Khaleej Times →
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