Global Toolkit on AI and the Rule of Law for the JudiciaryUNESCO (2023) 'Global toolkit on AI and the rule of law for the judiciary'. Available at: https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000387331 (Accessed March 2025).
AustLII's Datalex is a tool designed to help transform legislation into code, making legal rules easier to understand and apply through an AI-driven system. The key component of Datalex is its use of the yscript language, which allows legal texts to be converted into code that can be run interactively. This process supports automated legal consultations by generating conclusions or reports based on user-provided facts, making the law more accessible. Additionally, the ylegis pre-processor converts text from legislation into yscript, enabling developers to create applications that translate legal frameworks into actionable digital formats. Through the DataLex development tools, users can import legal documents, edit them into yscript code, and then run consultations to test the code’s functionality. This system is particularly useful for developing "rules as code" applications, where legal language is translated into a form that computers can process to assist with legal decision-making or guidance.
Case Outcome Prediction
Predictive Analytics: AI tools predict the outcomes of cases by analyzing historical data and patterns in judicial decisions, aiding in strategic decision-making for both legal professionals and judges.
Decision Support Systems
Judgment Drafting Assistance: These tools help judges draft judgments by suggesting relevant legal provisions, precedents, and potential outcomes based on the specifics of the case, including to help judges reduce potential extremes in their rulings by analysing and presenting previous sentencing decisions for similar cases.
Operational Efficiency and Case Management
Automated Case Management: AI tools streamline case management processes, including scheduling, tracking case progress, and managing documentation, thereby improving the efficiency of court operations.
Speech-to-Text and Transcription Services: These applications convert spoken language into written text for court records, enhancing the accuracy and speed of documentation.
SDG 9Industry, innovation and infrastructure
SDG 16Peace, justice and strong institutions
#assistIt processes legal rules and provides real-time guidance, assisting users in navigating complex legal requirements and supporting decision-making in a regulatory context.
#automateBy automating the translation of legal rules into code and providing real-time legal advice, Datalex facilitates automation of legal compliance and decision-making tasks. The platform generates automated legal reports, conclusions, and recommendations based on factual inputs, reducing the need for manual legal analysis and enhancing operational efficiency.
#buildDatalex’s yscript language enables the conversion of legal texts into machine-readable code. This empowers businesses and legal platforms to build custom legal tools and digital applications that can process and interpret complex regulations, creating a structured and actionable legal framework from traditional legal texts.
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