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    Integration of technology into criminal justice system (CJS) requires careful consideration: CJI

    Posted 04 Apr 2024

    1 min read

    • Need for technology in CJS
      • Facilitate speedy and fair trials: To leverage technology to avoid delays. 
      • Potential to shape cause of crime detection. E.g.: AI aided in cutting investigation time by 63% in USA in rescuing children from sex trafficking.
      • Predictive policing: Algorithms capable of forecasting criminal activity
      • Improved accuracywith reliable forensic solutions, emerging biometric systems including Iris recognition etc.  

     

    • Concerns
      • Issue of privacy to questions of accountability and transparency.
      • Exclusion of those without Internet access or technological proficiency.
      • AI is not free of prejudice and biases. 

     

    • Steps taken:
      • Network for Evidence Tracing, Research, and Analysis (NETRA) Lab: To further strengthen investigative processes of CBI in the digital domain.
      • National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) is integrated intelligence master database structure for counter-terrorism purposes.

     

    • Way Ahead
      • Clear guidelines and safeguards to prevent misuse of advanced technologies and protecting privacy rights.
      • Multidisciplinary teams consisting law enforcement officers, domain experts, including data analysts to deal with the global nature of crime.
      • Digitalisation of foundational processes such as filing of FIRs etc.
    • Tags :
    • Criminal Justice System
    • Policing
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