Judges must not use AI to write judgments: Chief Justice

Chief Justice Zubayer Rahman Chowdhury on Saturday said artificial intelligence (AI) should not be used to write court judgments, stressing that judges must rely on the facts of each case, applicable law and their own conscience.

He made the remarks as the chief guest at the opening of the AI Governance Summer School 2026 at the Asiatic Society Bangladesh auditorium in Dhaka.

Addressing judges at the event, the Chief Justice said a judgment must be based on three essential elements: the facts of the case, the relevant law and the judge’s conscience.

“A judge must examine the facts, apply the relevant law and use his or her own wisdom and conscience in reaching a decision,” he said.

He said human conscience and independent thinking cannot be controlled or replaced by artificial intelligence.

The Chief Justice also warned against relying blindly on AI, citing a recent case in England where references generated by AI were later found to be non-existent.

“We must remain cautious and ensure that AI is used for positive purposes and not misused,” he said.

Additional Attorney General Barrister Anik R Haque and Dhaka University Law Faculty Dean Dr Mohammad Ekramul Haque also spoke at the programme.

Deputy Attorney General Barrister Tasnova Shelly delivered the welcome address.