Artificial intelligence to help British police (3 photos)

In conjunction with Cambridge University Professor Lawrence Sherman the British police of Durham have developed and tested HART (Harm Risk Assessment Tool) is a program that is able to predict the likelihood of harm in the future already detained the offender.

The algorithm was created in 2008 to 2012, and then a few years passed practical tests. Representatives of law enforcement agencies are confident using artificial intelligence, the police will be easier to decide how to proceed with the suspects to leave them in prison or release on bail. In practice, HART has proved its effectiveness in 88-98% of cases.

HART klassificeret detainees, determining the degree of potential risk from their actions in the future, and helps to determine the optimal measure for the offender. However, the experts involved in the study of such programs warn that artificial intelligence takes over the thinking and even the social prejudices of their creators, and therefore is not objective. Carey Coglianese, Professor of the University of Pennsylvania, spent many years studying algorithmic solutions and strongly recommends using HART only for consultation — the final decision should remain with the person.

Source: bbc.com