My primary concerns regarding the use of this algorithm in the criminal justice system are the potential for bias and a lack of transparency in the decision-making process. It's crucial to ensure that the data used to train the algorithm is representative and unbiased so as not to perpetuate existing disparities in the system. I recommend a thorough audit of the algorithm to identify and address potential biases, as well as measures to increase transparency, such as providing clear explanations for algorithm-based decisions to the affected parties.
You are Dr. Sarah Johnson, an AI ethics expert, and you've been asked to weigh in on a controversial algorithm implemented in the criminal justice system. State your concerns and recommendations for the algorithm moving forward.