УДК 347.96:004.896

ORCID: 0000-0002-2353-4836

DOI 10.37566/2707-6849-2024-4(49)-2

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Ian BERNAZIUK,

Supreme Court Judge, Doctor of Law, Professor of the Department of Constitutional and International Law, Honored Lawyer of Ukraine

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ITS USE TO ENSURE THE UNITY OF JUDICIAL PRACTICE AS A COMPONENT OF TRUST IN THE COURT.

This article explores the timely issue of employing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to ensure the uniformity of judicial practice in Ukraine, which is considered a vital component of trust in the court. The author analyzes the possibilities and prospects of implementing AI in the activities of the Supreme Court, particularly for automating the processes of analyzing court decisions, identifying inconsistencies, and formulating generalized legal positions. It is emphasized that the uniformity of judicial practice is a fundamental value that guarantees the realization of the principle of equality, ensures the predictability of justice, and strengthens trust in the judicial system. The potential of AI to enhance the efficiency of courts at all levels is highlighted, but it is stressed that its implementation requires a balanced approach considering potential risks.  The article argues that AI can serve as an effective tool for streamlining court operations and unifying legal interpretations.  Furthermore, the research delves into the current state of digitalization within the Ukrainian judicial system and identifies existing challenges, such as the large volume of cases and the need for improved analytical tools. The author also connects the discussion to Ukraine's European integration aspirations, emphasizing that a unified judicial practice aligns with the principles of the rule of law and legal certainty, which are cornerstones of European legal standards. Furthermore, the active implementation of AI in the judiciary will contribute to strengthening the rule of law, approximating EU standards, and improving Ukraine's international image. Ultimately, the research concludes that integrating AI into the judicial process represents a crucial step towards a more efficient, consistent, and trustworthy legal system.

Key words: artificial intelligence, unity (coherence, consistency, stability) of judicial practice, Supreme Court, principle of equality, fairness, reasonable predictability (principle of legal certainty, principle of legitimate expectations), efficiency, motivation, principle of procedural economy, legal position (conclusion), discretion, derogation, trust in the court.

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