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SB 655

Courts - Artificial Intelligence Evidence Clinic Pilot Program - Establishment

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Katie Hester

Maryland would establish a court-based AI Evidence Clinic to train judges and attorneys on evaluating artificial intelligence-generated evidence and testimony in legal proceedings.

Vetoed by the Governor (Policy)
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Bill Summary · SB 655

Legislative bill overview

SB 655 would establish a pilot program creating an "Artificial Intelligence Evidence Clinic" within Maryland's court system to help judges, attorneys, and court staff understand and evaluate AI-generated evidence and testimony. The program would provide training, resources, and expert guidance on assessing the reliability and admissibility of AI evidence in legal proceedings.

Why is this important

As AI technology increasingly generates evidence used in court cases—from predictive algorithms to deepfakes to automated reports—courts need specialized expertise to properly evaluate its accuracy and reliability. Without such resources, judges may struggle to determine whether AI evidence meets legal standards for admissibility, potentially affecting case outcomes and justice system credibility.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and resource allocation: Establishing a new clinic requires funding and staffing that some argue should prioritize existing court backlogs or other judicial needs
  • Scope and oversight: Questions about whether the clinic would have sufficient authority to develop evidence standards or if it merely advises, potentially creating inconsistent rulings across cases
  • AI industry influence: Concerns that a clinic might become influenced by tech companies seeking favorable interpretations of their AI systems' reliability in legal contexts

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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