Automation in administrative decision-making and judicial review

The article deals with the conditions for the legal use of automation in administrative decision-making and with the issues of its judicial review in the context of Czech and EU law. In particular, it analyses the rules for automated processing of personal data under the GDPR and the rules for the use of artificial intelligence set out in the newly adopted AI Act. It also examines the use of automation in the light of legal principles and fundamental rights enshrined in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. It thoroughly examines the so-called “right to explanation” and the duty to give reasons, which is crucial for the reviewability of administrative decisions. It thus provides a comprehensive view of the legal framework and challenges associated with the implementation of automation in public administration.