Federal Judges Admit to AI-Related Errors in Court Orders, Prompting Calls for Stronger Oversight

Two federal judges admitted that members of their staff used artificial intelligence to prepare court orders over the summer that contained errors, prompting calls for stronger judicial AI policies and oversight. U.S. District Judge Julien Xavier Neals of New Jersey and U.S. District, Henry Wingate of Mississippi revealed that their chambers had not followed standard review processes before releasing flawed court orders. The incidents, which occurred during the summer, were not connected, but both judges recognized the need for stronger oversight and updated their internal policies to prevent future mistakes. The revelations have sparked calls for more comprehensive and permanent AI policies within the judiciary, as the Senate’s oversight continues to focus on ensuring the integrity of legal processes.