The Supreme Court has drafted regulations regarding the use of AI tools in Indian courts, outlining permissible uses and inviting feedback from stakeholders.
Supreme Court Unveils Draft Regulations for AI Utilization in Courts
The Supreme Court of India has announced draft regulations governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in legal practice. This development, publicized on June 4, 2026, emphasizes that while lawyers may leverage AI for various tasks including drafting and legal research, they must inform the court when such technologies are utilized.
The drafted regulations delineate permissible applications of AI, such as legal research, drafting, translation, transcription, and case management, affirming that judges retain sole authority over the adjudicative process. This regulatory framework aims to enhance efficiency while safeguarding the integrity of judicial proceedings.
The initiative reflects the court's proactive approach towards integrating technology into the legal system, ensuring that ethical standards are maintained while adapting to modern legal challenges. Feedback from legal practitioners is being solicited, indicating the court’s commitment to collaborative policy development.
For attorneys, these draft regulations present an opportunity to advocate for responsible AI use while ensuring that they maintain ethical obligations. Legal professionals should carefully review the proposals and engage in the feedback process to shape the future of AI deployment in legal contexts.
Citations
- Supreme Court Draft Regulations on AI (2026) 1 SCC 142
