It’s a question my team and I get at almost every conference and customer onsite visit. AI is here, whether we like it or not, and every county, department, or agency is at a different level of comfort and adoption
It’s a question my team and I get at almost every conference and customer onsite visit. AI is here, whether we like it or not, and every county, department, or agency is at a different level of comfort and adoption. So, we’ve compiled a list of benefits and concerns about AI in the justice industry for your consideration (and for our own as we decide how to utilize this tool responsibly).
In addition to AI, we are frequently asked about COMPAS. Many misconceptions about this instrument’s purpose and functionality lead to public scrutiny. Below, we explore some of the most common inaccuracies about the COMPAS tool and provide clarity on its intended use.
Debunking Misconceptions About the COMPAS Core Instrument: What You Need to Know
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in Pretrial Assessments
Pretrial risk assessments traditionally rely on a combination of factors such as criminal history and the severity of the offense, while some even consider
dynamic factors, such as employment. Artificial Intelligence (AI) promises to enhance this process by quickly analyzing vast amounts of data and identifying patterns that may not be evident to human assessors. Here are some potential benefits... Read More >>
How Pretrial Services Can Reduce FTAs... read more
How Research, Data, and Software Innovations Converge to Drive Progress... read more
How do the scales in the COMPAS-R Core differ from those in the standard COMPAS Core?... read more
How is a Pretrial Assessment Validated?... read more
I got my bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice because I wanted to advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I believe in a person’s ability to change, and I wanted to help people learn how to hold themselves accountable so they could rise above their actions
and be the person they are meant to be.
Favorite thing about working at equivant Supervision?
My favorite thing about working at equivant Supervision is helping customers find solutions that fit their needs within their existing workflow.
Favorite book?
Talking to Strangers, by Malcolm Gladwell
When you are not working, what are your favorite things to do?
I love going on walks with my dog.!
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