State legislatures and police departments are still developing rules to govern how AI can be used in public safety settings. Emerging techSome of the major companies offering AI-powered tools for law enforcement include Axon, Motorola Solutions, TRULEO, Flock Safety, Clearview AI and others. They also argue that many AI systems operate in ways that are difficult for the public — and sometimes even officers — to fully understand. AI companies and some law enforcement agencies argue the technology is designed to assist officers, not replace them. Errors introduced by AI systems, including inaccuracies, omissions or misinterpretations of context and language, could influence how evidence is understood by investigators, prosecutors and judges.