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Computers v. Crime Preview

Preview: Season 49 Episode 14 | 30s  | Video has closed captioning.

In police departments and courts across the country, artificial intelligence is being used to help decide who is policed, who gets bail, how offenders should be sentenced, and who gets parole. But is it actually making our law enforcement and court systems fairer and more just? This timely investigation digs into the hidden biases, privacy risks, and design flaws of this controversial technology.

Aired: 10/12/22

Rating: NR

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