What is Real?

In a world where the use of AI is expanding at a rapid pace, can you trust “evidence” that is presented in court?  Now there are phone Apps, Computer Apps free, online Apps, all available to create computer generated images, videos, voices, or text.  

Many people have seen the images of Donald trump dressed as the Pope as the Catholic Conclave convenes.  Certainly, it can make funny memes, but AI use can also have a nefarious application. The website Security Hero suggests that deep fake videos have been increasing. The rate of increase is staggering, 550% between 2019 and 2024 with over $500,000 deepfakes shared on social media in 2024 alone. Now imagine the use of AI tools to create false evidence.

 

Voicemail.

 

Imagine a contentious divorce that includes a restraining order where one party is accused of making threats of physical harm.  That evidence could tip the scales for not only the restraining order but custody issues as well. But how do we know it is real?

 

Photos and Videos

 

In another family law case, the Judge is presented with images of a parent using drugs or improperly caring for the parties’ children.  They say a picture is worth 1000 words, but is it in a world of Deepfakes?

 

The potential for audio or video manipulation is growing. It requires that our courts l take a new look at evidentiary processes and what is necessary to authenticate  courtroom evidence.  This certainly includes enforcing consequences for those found to be falsifying or knowingly presenting false evidence.   Clients can be charged with tampering with evidence and perjury, leading to fines, criminal charges, and possible incarceration.   A lawyer who knows the evidence they are using is a deepfake can face disbarment.

 

We work very hard to remain current with technological advances that could hurt or help our clients.  Where necessary. We investigate, identify, and challenge deepfake evidence is crucial to successful representation.

 

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