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UC AI Laws and Governance

The UC Office of the General Counsel AI Practice Areas and Expertise Chart is a University of California legal expertise document that maps AI-related legal considerations across practice areas and government authorities.

This search tool makes that document searchable and accessible, translating a complex legal framework into a user-friendly experience designed to support awareness, early risk identification, and more informed decision-making. This interactive tool organizes the chart in a way that connects what you are trying to do with AI to areas of risk and compliance you may need to consider. These areas can include privacy, intellectual property , discrimination and bias, accessibility, contractual obligations, and more. Rather than expecting users to already know which laws or policies apply, this tool starts with your activity, such as using AI in admissions, research, hiring, or student services, and helps surface the legal and compliance domains that may be implicated.

Type a keyword or ask a question to search for any related information from the UC Legal AI Legal Expertise Table.

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Disclaimer

UC Legal has collected these resources to assist in navigating legal issues related to the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The resources are arranged by area of law (e.g., privacy, copyright, discrimination) and by government agency (e.g., HHS, Department of Education). These resources are not exhaustive, and some are included that might not strictly apply to UC and are included for their value in guiding UC thinking in this highly dynamic area.

Generally speaking, when using these resources, please:

  • Keep in mind the general principle that UC ought not use AI to do anything that UC is prohibited from doing without AI (e.g., UC is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race or religion, using AI or not).
  • Note that everything about AI – AI technology itself, as well as legal rules, best practices and guidance relating to the use of AI – is changing rapidly and will continue to do so. You should verify independently that any guidance upon which you rely is the latest version.
  • Before using AI, consider using the UC AI Risk Assessment Guide and consult with counsel either in the Office of the General Counsel or at your UC location as appropriate.
  • Note that this resource is current as of June 16, 2026, and users should check for updates.
  • Use of this site and the information provided does not constitute the rendering of legal advice.