Florida Supreme Court issues new AI rules for lawyers
The Florida Supreme Court has adopted new rules addressing lawyers’ use of artificial intelligence in legal proceedings. (Image from Shutterstock)
The Florida Supreme Court has adopted new rules addressing lawyers’ use of artificial intelligence in legal proceedings.
On Thursday, the Florida Supreme Court released an update to the state’s general practice rules, which requires the signer of any document filed with Florida courts to ensure that “the legal authorities identified exist and are accurately cited.” This requirement applies to filings prepared by attorneys and pro se litigants.
In another amendment, the Florida Supreme Court authorizes courts to impose sanctions for “any filing inconsistent with” the representation that a signer makes under the updated rule. These sanctions could include reprimand, dismissal of proceedings and attorney fees.
The Florida Supreme Court adopted the amendments “to create a statewide, uniform replacement for varied circuit court administrative orders imposing disclosure and certification requirements about the use of artificial intelligence in filings,” according to commentary included in its order.
The amendments take effect June 15.
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