Call for Papers for an International Conference
Theme: Justice 4.0 – AI, Policing, and the Transformation of Criminal Law
Dates: 27th – 28th July, 2026
Location: Sophiya Hall, Mar Gregorios College of Law, Thiruvananthapuram
Mar Gregorios College of Law, in collaboration with the Menard Family Centre for Democracy, Miami University, and the Kerala Police Academy, invites research papers for an international conference on the theme Justice 4.0 – AI, Policing, and the Transformation of Criminal Law, scheduled for the 27th and 28th of July, 2026, at Mar Gregorios College of Law, Thiruvananthapuram.
The Conference seeks to examine the impact of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies on criminal law, policing, judicial decision-making, and justice administration. It aims to address the legal, ethical, and constitutional concerns arising from algorithmic governance, including bias, surveillance, accountability, transparency, and protection of fundamental rights. The Conference further endeavours to foster interdisciplinary dialogue for developing balanced and human rights-oriented regulatory frameworks for the responsible integration of AI within criminal justice systems in the era of Justice 4.0.
Sub-Themes
Authors are encouraged to submit their original unpublished work on the following sub-themes:
- AI and Algorithmic Policing
- Digital Evidence and Criminal Adjudication
- Cybercrime and White-Collar Crime in the Digital Economy
- Ethics, Human Rights, and Governance of AI
Submission Guidelines:
- Abstract: 300-350 words
- Full paper: 6000-8000 words
- Citation Style: Bluebook 21st edition
- Co-authorship: Maximum 2 authors
- Format: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing
Mode of Presentation
The Conference shall be conducted in a hybrid format. Presenters may thus choose the mode of presentation in the registration form as per their convenience.
Awards and Publication
Selected papers will be considered for publication as a special volume in the Journal of Mar Gregorios of Law (JMGCL) ISSN 3107-9946.
A Special Award for the Best Paper Presenter will be conferred under each sub-theme of the Conference.
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 10th June, 2026
- Acceptance Notification: 17th June, 2026
- Conference Dates: 27th – 28th July, 2026
- Full Paper Submission: 30th July, 2026 (Post Conference)
Registration Details and Fee Structure
Abstracts can be submitted on the link below:
Participants (non-presenters) can register on the link below:
https://share.google/Sqslb6XoPcwchn5Hs
Payments can be made through the payment gateway provided on the website: www.mgcl.ac.in
Instructions for payment can be accessed on the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m3jIOhQaXvWHc_LugCSlR0nx7btEsam9/view?usp=drivesdk
| Category | Fee (INR) |
| Academicians/Professionals | Rs. 1000 (per author) |
| Research Scholars | Rs. 700 (per author) |
| Students | Rs. 500 (per author) |
| Participants (Non-presenters) | Rs. 300 (Participation Certificate provided) |
Accommodation Details
Accommodation may be available upon special request made at the time of registration. All associated costs must be borne by the participants. No TA/DA will be provided to the presenters/participants.
LINK TO THE DETAILED BROCHURE:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1asuLSQNkm3n4vyFhYIpAK7AFYdQF14Js/view?usp=drivesdk
We would be grateful if you could circulate this call within your networks. We look forward to your submissions and applications.
For any query, contact us at: conf2026@mgcl.ac.in
