Judge Bars AI-Enhanced Video as Evidence in Des Moines Triple Homicide Trial
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Defense attempted to submit AI-enhanced video as evidence in Des Moines triple homicide case, but judge barred its use, saying forensic analysis would be impossible due to AI changes
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Video stems from 2021 shooting outside Des Moines sports bar; defense argues self-defense but 3 killed, 3 injured
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Defense expert witness used AI tool to enhance low-quality witness video of shooting to add sharpness and definition
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State's forensic video expert said AI added 16x more pixels and used unknown algorithm, creating "fake video" impossible to analyze forensically
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Law professor says judges uncomfortable allowing unpredictable AI processes into trials as evidence; should be treated like visual aid, not testimony