Protection of Personal Data in the Context of Artificial Intelligence Applications in Judicial Systems: A Comparative Study between the Sultanate of Oman and International Legislations
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الذكاء الاصطناعي, القضاء, البيانات الشخصية, الخصوصية, الانحياز الخوارزمي, التشريعات المقارنة, سلطنة عُمانAbstract
This research paper examines the legal dimensions of protecting sensitive judicial data in light of the growing use of artificial intelligence technologies within the judicial sector and the consequent challenges related to data security and the integrity of judicial decisions. The core issue addressed in this paper revolves around the adequacy and effectiveness of the existing legal frameworks in the Sultanate of Oman—particularly the Personal Data Protection Law issued by Royal Decree No. (6/2022)—in confronting the risks of data breaches or misuse, as well as in addressing algorithmic biases that may impact the principles of equality and judicial fairness.
This paper aims to elucidate the conceptual and practical framework of artificial intelligence in the judicial field and its impact on the privacy of personal data. It also seeks to examine the legal and ethical issues raised by the use of artificial intelligence in the processing of judicial data, in addition to studying the national legislative framework governing the protection of such data and assessing the extent to which the Omani legal framework aligns with the relevant international and regional framework.”
To achieve these objectives, the study adopts a descriptive and analytical methodology by examining legal and jurisprudential sources, analysing legislative texts in Oman, and reviewing and comparing international legal experiences. The goal is to identify legal gaps and propose measures to ensure the protection of judicial data and to reinforce justice amid rapid technological developments.
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