Important decision
In one of its rulings, the Supreme Administrative Court addressed the use of artificial intelligence in the preparation of court filings. It noted that an attorney bears full responsibility for the content of a filing even if he or she uses generative AI tools in its preparation.
The case concerned a cassation appeal filed by an attorney on behalf of his client against a decision by the regional court. The Supreme Administrative Court dismissed the appeal and, at the same time, expressed concern about its quality. According to the court, a significant portion of the brief was not a substantive argument against the regional court’s decision, but rather text apparently generated by artificial intelligence. The brief cited a number of alleged decisions which, according to the Supreme Administrative Court, were either unrelated to the case, incorrectly cited, or did not exist at all.
The court did not impose a disciplinary fine on the attorney but strongly urged him to avoid such conduct in the future. It noted that legal professionals are responsible for their submissions and cannot shirk this responsibility by copying flawed arguments from an AI tool. The decision follows an earlier case by the Constitutional Court, which imposed a fine on a lawyer for a submission containing fabricated case law. According to available information, the Czech Bar Association is preparing guidelines on the use of AI in the legal profession.
Our team of experienced attorneys will help you solve any legal issue. Within 24 hours we’ll evaluate your situation and suggest a step-by-step solution, including all costs. The price for this proposal is only CZK 690, and this is refunded to you when you order service from us.
In person and online. Just choose the appropriate service or opt for an independent consultation when you are unsure.
