Arizona Supreme Court introduces 2 AI-generated news reporters

PHOENIX — Two AI-generated news reporters will now start informing the public about legal news coming out of the Arizona Supreme Court.

Daniel and Victoria are the names of the two spokespeople that will start popping up in short, informative videos as part of the court’s new AI court reporting initiative.

They’re programmed to give clear and easy-to-understand explanations of complex legal issues, according to a Monday news release from the court.

Why is the Arizona Supreme Court using digital court news reporters?

Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer said court officials are using the AI avatars because they’re an efficient and low-effort way to quickly inform the public.

“In today’s fast-paced digital world, people turn to short videos for news and updates,” Timmer said in the release.

The point of these videos featuring Daniel and Victoria is to help the public feel more connected to Arizona’s judiciary branch, which could boost public trust. Through Timmer’s five-year term, which started in June 2024, she hopes to guide the state’s court system by making people feel confident that the legal system is representing their best interests.

How will Arizona’s new AI court reporting work?

As part of the new AI court reporting initiative, Daniel and Victoria will report news on azcourts.gov and across the court’s various social media platforms.

The Arizona Supreme Court has issued news releases alongside case decisions and opinions since October. The releases summarize cases and explain why judges ruled the way they did.

Adding video explanations that feature Daniel and Victoria will simplify these complex issues so people without legal backgrounds can better understand what’s going in their state’s courts, according to Timmer.

“I’m thrilled that our court is embracing AI technology to meet the public where they are,” Timmer said. “With AI news reporters, anyone can quickly stay informed on court decisions, new rules, and regulatory updates — making justice more accessible than ever.”

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