The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA) has urged the Supreme Court to withdraw the proposed mandatory disclosure requirement for lawyers using AI tools. SCAORA argues that advocates are already held responsible for the accuracy of their filings under the existing Advocates Act.
SCAORA Advocates for Change in AI Regulations
The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA) has submitted a request to the Supreme Court to remove the proposed mandatory disclosure requirement for lawyers using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in their legal documents. This recommendation comes in response to the Draft Regulations for Use of Artificial Intelligence in Courts, 2026.
SCAORA contends that lawyers are already held personally accountable for the accuracy and authenticity of their pleadings, documents, and evidence as per the Advocates Act, 1961. They emphasize that imposing an additional disclosure requirement may not be necessary given the existing legal framework which ensures the professionalism and diligence of advocates.
The association's comments reflect a growing concern within the legal community regarding the implications of strict AI regulations. By highlighting that lawyers are already liable for their submissions, SCAORA aims to protect advocates from unnecessary administrative burdens that could arise from such mandatory disclosures.
If the Supreme Court adopts these recommendations, it may set a precedent for balancing technological advancements with the obligations of legal practitioners, ensuring that the ease of using AI tools does not compromise the ethical duties lawyers owe to the court.
Citations
- SCAORA Comments (2026) Draft Regulations
