Using artificial intelligence (AI) in a legally robust and accountable manner was one of the core topics during the WASP-HS study visit to the Swedish Police Authority in Stockholm.
On June 15, the WASP-HS Graduate School visited the Swedish Police Authority in Stockholm to learn about the legal accountability of AI use. The discussions also highlighted AI systems’ ability to scan large amounts of data and extract important information, and the implications this has for law enforcement and society.
”The visit to the Swedish Police Authority was highly appreciated. It was clear that they truly took us seriously – and that sense of seriousness really enriched the discussions,” says Casper Leander, PhD student in Political Science at Karlstad University.
“For obvious reasons the Police are careful with what they say and to whom, but even so the visit provided a fascinating overview of both the possibilities of data-driven crime prevention and investigation, and the technical, legal, and ethical challenges that surround responsible use and implementation of AI,” says Ericka Johnson, WASP-HS Graduate School Director.
Upcoming WASP-HS Study Visit
”I would highly recommend future study visits to other WASP-HS PhD students. Not only was this visit relevant to my dissertation but the study visits also offer a valuable opportunity to get to know your fellow WASP-HS colleagues better. I very much look forward to taking part in more study visits in the future,” says Casper.
The next WASP-HS study visit will be to Brussels 16-18 November 2026.
