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Australian federal court allows generative AI use with strict guidelines

By Sean Maguire and Saloni Sinha ( April 20, 2026, 07:18 GMT | Insight) -- The Federal Court of Australia will allow generative artificial intelligence to be used in court, but Chief Justice Debra Mortimer warned that inaccurate or misleading statements could result in financial or legal consequences. The court's practice note applies to all those who appear in court. It states AI could increase court efficiency, but presenting false information is “unacceptable.” Mortimer cautioned against uploading confidential information to AI tools because users could not necessarily track who had access to it. The Federal Court’s practice note follows AI advisories issued by Australian state courts.The Federal Court of Australia has decided to allow the use of generative artificial intelligence, but warned that inaccurate or misleading statements could result in financial or legal consequences. ...

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