Spain has taken a decisive step in the governance of artificial intelligence in the justice system.
The General Council of the Judiciary has approved an instruction regulating the use of AI tools by judges and magistrates, establishing clear criteria on how, when, and for what purposes these technologies may be used.
What does this instruction establish?
Artificial intelligence is defined strictly as a support tool, never as a substitute for human legal judgment. Final decisions must always remain in the hands of the judge or magistrate exercising judicial authority.
The instruction also reinforces essential principles such as:
- Judicial independence
- Transparency in the use of algorithmic systems
- Personal data protection and confidentiality
- The prevention of biases, errors, and risks arising from automation
A clear message for the legal ecosystem
This initiative sends a strong signal:
👉 regulation does not hinder innovation, it enables it, particularly in sensitive areas such as justice.
Spain is aligning itself with the broader European vision of trustworthy, explainable, and human-centric AI, anticipating many of the principles now embedded in the EU Artificial Intelligence Act.
📩 How does this impact your organization?
The use of AI in the legal sector, both public and private, increasingly requires clear compliance frameworks, robust data governance, and proactive risk management.
If your law firm, company, or institution is exploring the use of AI for legal processes, compliance, legal analysis, or automation:
👉 Contact us at info@brand-lex.com
At BRANDLEX, we support organizations in assessing AI-related risks, designing responsible AI strategies, and aligning with European regulatory requirements.