AI in Jury Selection

ay-eye in JOOR-ee si-LEK-shuhn
The application of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to analyze data about potential jurors in order to predict their biases, attitudes, and likely behavior during a trial, assisting attorneys in the jury selection process.
The defense team employed AI in jury selection to identify potential jurors who might be sympathetic to their client's case.
While AI jury selection tools are not widely used in courtrooms yet, some companies offer services that use AI to analyze potential juror data from social media and other sources to predict their leanings. This practice has raised ethical concerns about privacy and potential discrimination.
← Back to BrowseNext Term →

Frequently Asked Questions

AI algorithms can analyze a variety of data, including demographic information, social media activity, online behavior, and responses to surveys or questionnaires, to create profiles of potential jurors.

AI can potentially identify hidden biases and patterns in juror behavior that humans might miss, leading to a more informed and strategic jury selection process. It can also save time and resources compared to traditional methods.

Concerns include the potential for AI to perpetuate biases, invade privacy, and manipulate the jury selection process. There are also questions about the transparency and accountability of AI algorithms used in this context.

See all that Filevine can do with a customized demonstration from our team

Schedule a Demo