Police spend 40% of their time on paperwork. Can AI help? | Rick Smith

Axon's AI innovations promise to free officers from desks, but not without questions of ethics. CEO Rick Smith addresses concerns and community trust:

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Axon, a leading provider of law enforcement technology, is at the forefront of integrating AI into public safety. In this exclusive interview, CEO Rick Smith discusses how Axon's AI-powered tools are reshaping policing, from body cameras with live language translation to AI-assisted report writing.

Axon's suite of AI-powered tools aims to dramatically reduce this burden. Their product Draft One generates initial police reports from body camera audio, while other AI applications assist with automatic license plate recognition, live language translation through body cameras, and the rapid transcription of audio and video evidence into court-ready documents. These innovations promise to free up officers' time for more critical community-focused tasks.

While highlighting the potential benefits of AI in law enforcement, Smith also addresses the ethical concerns and accountability issues that come with these powerful technologies. He explains Axon's framework for responsible innovation, including their Equity and Ethics Advisory Council, and discusses how AI could potentially enhance police accountability and community trust.

From streamlining bureaucratic tasks to aiding in evidence review, Smith paints a picture of how AI could transform law enforcement. But he also emphasizes the importance of human oversight and ethical considerations in this rapidly evolving field. This is an in-depth look at the future of policing and the role AI might play in creating safer communities.

We made this video in partnership with Axon.

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