PERSPECTIVES AND RISKS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM OF UZBEKISTAN IN THE CONTEXT OF INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Abstract

Artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming judicial systems around the world, offering new opportunities for efficiency, consistency, and accessibility while simultaneously raising critical concerns about fairness, transparency, and judicial independence. This article examines the potential benefits and challenges of implementing artificial intelligence in Uzbekistan’s judicial system, drawing on international experience. The analysis highlights potential benefits such as reduced case backlogs, improved access to legal information, and enhanced predictability of decisions. At the same time, it examines risks including algorithmic bias, the opacity of machine learning models, and the erosion of judicial authority. Drawing on comparative experiences from Estonia, Singapore, China, and Europe, the study argues that Uzbekistan must adopt a cautious, context-sensitive approach. Artificial intelligence should be used as a supportive tool for judges rather than as a substitute for human decision-making. Strong oversight mechanisms, ethical safeguards, and transparency requirements are essential for ensuring that artificial intelligence contributes to judicial modernization without compromising fundamental principles of fairness, human rights, and the rule of law.