Lexology January 24, 2025
On January 13, 2025, California Attorney General Rob Bonta released two legal advisories addressing how existing state laws apply to artificial intelligence (AI). “The fifth-largest economy in the world is not the wild west; existing California laws apply to both the development and use of AI,” said Attorney General Bonta. These advisories provide guidance to businesses, healthcare entities, and other organizations utilizing AI, ensuring compliance with California’s consumer protection, civil rights, and healthcare regulations. As AI becomes more prevalent in daily operations and decision-making processes, these legal advisories clarify how existing laws apply to AI systems, reinforcing the importance of ethical and transparent practices.
Consumer Protection and Civil Rights Obligations
The first advisory, titled “Application of Existing California Laws to...