The Criminal Code of Machines: A Deep Dive into the Risks of Delegating Moral Judgment to Artificial Intelligence

As artificial intelligence systems become increasingly involved in normative decision-making, particularly in the criminal justice system, their moral and legal implications must be rigorously examined. This article explores the dangers of assigning moral judgment to AI, focusing on the risks of bias, lack of accountability, ethical opacity, and the erosion of human-centric jurisprudence. It argues for strict limits on AI autonomy in legal contexts and proposes frameworks for responsible deployment.