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Judge Demands Explanation for AI-Generated Legal Brief in Mike Lindell Case

Federal Judge Nina Wang orders Lindell's attorneys to justify the use of generative AI in a filing riddled with fabricated citations and threatens potential sanctions.

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Overview

  • Mike Lindell's legal team filed a brief created using generative AI, which included nearly 30 erroneous citations, some referencing non-existent cases.
  • U.S. District Judge Nina Wang has given Lindell's attorneys 10 days to explain their actions and certify whether Lindell was informed about the use of AI.
  • Attorney Christopher Kachouroff admitted to using generative AI only after direct questioning by the court, raising concerns about transparency and professional responsibility.
  • Judge Wang has threatened disciplinary actions, including potential loss of law licenses, if the attorneys fail to adequately justify their conduct.
  • This incident adds to Lindell's financial and legal troubles, including $70 million in penalties and an ongoing FBI investigation tied to his 2020 election-fraud claims.