Generative AI Policy

Legal Research & Analysis (Leg. Res. Anal.) recognizes the potential of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in manuscript preparation but prioritizes transparency, human accountability, and scholarly integrity. Authors may use AI tools for limited purposes, such as improving language readability, grammar, data organization, or technical assistance, provided usage is disclosed and does not compromise originality or accuracy. Manuscripts or peer-review reports generated primarily by AI are not acceptable. AI tools cannot be listed as authors, as authorship requires human intellectual contribution and accountability. This policy applies only to the writing process and does not restrict AI use in research methodology or data analysis. Authors should disclose substantive generative-AI use; and will be responsible for AI-generated material. Reviewers and editors must not upload manuscripts into generative AI tools to maintain confidentiality and integrity.  Reviewers/editors should not use generative AI to create assessments. Human oversight must remain in place in all cases.