Benjamin Silber and Heath Hodges: AI and the Future of Forensic Psychology

Artificial intelligence promises faster forensic evaluations, but speed does not guarantee quality. Drs. Benjamin Silber and Heath Hodges discuss the evolving ethical landscape, confidentiality and transparency, hallucinations, bias, and the credibility of AI-assisted work in court. They examine how AI could affect vulnerable people in overburdened legal systems, compare automated record review with expert clinical judgment, and consider potential benefits and risks in private practices, hospitals, and other forensic settings. Their discussion emphasizes responsible human oversight.