The Michigan Department of Corrections plans to launch a pilot project using AI to predict crimes in several men's prisons. This approach, based on scientific data and historical statistics, is intended to strengthen safety in correctional facilities.
Goals and expected results of the AI rollout
According to the agency, implementing such a system should help make forecasts 30% more accurate than previously used methods. The main goal of the project is to reduce the number of violent incidents between inmates and to reduce the number of attacks on staff.
Comparison with science fiction
This initiative draws parallels with the plot of Steven Spielberg's film "Minority Report," in which "precogs" predict future crimes. However, as noted, the real system will most likely look less dramatic.
Development and timeline of the pilot
The program was developed jointly with the nonprofit organization Recidiviz, which was founded by former Google employees. The pilot project is scheduled for early December 2026 and will be launched in several men's prisons.
