Absolutely unacceptable. Algorithms used in sentencing CANNOT be proprietary & secret. No. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/06/23/us/backlash-in-wisconsin-against-using-data-to-foretell-defendants-futures.html …pic.twitter.com/WlNpGK4JaH
You can add location information to your Tweets, such as your city or precise location, from the web and via third-party applications. You always have the option to delete your Tweet location history. Learn more
Fundamental violation of right of confrontation in the Sixth Amendment. Yes, I am an ex-Prosecutor...
It appears that even the simplest tests (one would do before trusting thermostat to algorithm) aren't run. https://www.propublica.org/article/machine-bias-risk-assessments-in-criminal-sentencing …
Using algorithms in sentencing and parole without even the most basic quality control tests is bonkers. https://www.propublica.org/article/machine-bias-risk-assessments-in-criminal-sentencing …
Because fuck algorithms, just ask Siri next time.
you are absolutely right. Though also worth noting in US it seems parole in particular is totally opaque and arbitrary
Oh, absolutely. I'm for careful use if computation an input to balance human biases. But commercial proprietary algo is bunkers.
Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.