May 20, 2026
Dear Readers,
On behalf of the journal and our Executive Board, I am thrilled to present to you the Spring 2026 Issue of Volume XXXII of the Richmond Journal of Law & Technology (JOLT). This third issue features two articles, each providing unique and valuable insights into important and timely topics pertaining to the intersection of law and technology.
The first article is authored by Sara Williams, a J.D. candidate at Texas Tech University School of Law. Ms. Williams’ article argues that as artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent in the legal profession, U.S. evidentiary rules have not kept pace with the challenges posed by AI-generated evidence. The piece highlights how current frameworks fail to adequately address issues like bias, hallucinations, and lack of transparency. The article then analyzes Proposed Rule 707 to highlight its benefits and limitations. Lastly, the article recommends a four-part test emphasizing relevance, transparency, thorough record-keeping, and reliability.
The second article is authored by Avaskhan Asanaliyev, a S.J.D. candidate at University of Michigan Law School. Mr. Asanaliyev’s article explores how blockchain technology can improve the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments by creating secure, verifiable, and tamper-resistant judicial records. It further analyzes whether blockchain-based processes align with international legal frameworks, and examines key challenges such as due process, privacy, and interoperability. Lastly, the article proposes a model that balances technological innovation with meaningful judicial oversight.
On behalf of JOLT, I want to thank our wonderful authors for contributing impactful scholarship, both to our journal and the legal field. Additionally, I want to extend my gratitude to our amazing Editorial Board for their commitment to the journal and hard work throughout this Volume. We appreciate your consistent attention to detail and continuous efforts to make this journal better everyday. Thank you to our alumni who provide support and insights, both for the journal and our podcast. A special thank you to our faculty advisors, Professors Jim Gibson and Rebecca Crootof, for providing continuous support, guidance, and encouragement as we navigate the ups and downs of the journal process. I also want to give a special shout out and thank you to the incoming Executive Board of Volume XXXIII; we appreciate your dedication to ensuring that JOLT continues to provide meaningful contributions to the legal community, and we know you will make us proud. Lastly, thank you to our readers for being a part of our community and engaging with our journal. All of you bring meaning to what we do, and we could not have done it without you.
On behalf of JOLT’s Staff, Editorial, and Executive Board of Volume XXXII, we hope you enjoy Issue Three.
Sincerely,
Anneliese N. McInnis
On behalf of the Executive Board of Volume XXXII
ARTICLES:
Rethinking Federal Rule of Evidence 707: Reliability and Transparency in AI-Generated Evidence
By: Sara Williams
Digital Judgment: Towards a Blockchain-Based Recognition System
By: Avaskhan Z. Asanaliyev