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Witness Caught Getting Answers Via Smart Glasses
18 Mar
Summary
- Judge discovered witness receiving real-time answers through smart glasses.
- Witness's testimony was rejected due to being coached during cross-examination.
- The case highlights growing concerns over smart glasses privacy and use.
A London judge has dismissed a witness's testimony after evidence revealed he was receiving answers in real-time via smart glasses during cross-examination. The incident occurred in January during a trial concerning a property development company's ownership dispute. The witness, Laimonas Jakstys, was observed pausing significantly before answering questions.
Defense counsel noted interference, prompting the judge to ask Jakstys to remove his smart glasses and phone. His phone then broadcast a voice providing responses, which Jakstys claimed was ChatGPT, though investigations suggested otherwise. The judge ruled his evidence untruthful and rejected it entirely.
This case arises as smart glasses become more prevalent, fueling significant privacy concerns. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses alone sold seven million units last year. There are even apps designed to detect nearby smart glasses due to reported unauthorized recording.
The legal implications of such technology in courtrooms are becoming clearer. Recently, Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg was also cautioned regarding his team wearing smart glasses during a trial in Los Angeles, highlighting the challenges courts face with AI-enabled devices.
