Document Type
Article
Abstract
I will argue, we can construct effective means for norming the use of autonomous weapons short of a total ban by building upon the foundation of existing requirements stipulated in Article 36 of Protocol I to the Geneva Conventions that all new weapons technologies be reviewed for compliance with the International Law of Armed Conflict (ILOAC) and International Humanitarian Law (IHL). I begin with a critical review of several of the most commonly encountered arguments in favor of a ban. That is followed by a discussion of the moral opportunities afforded by enhanced autonomy. I conclude with a concrete policy proposal based upon the principle of Article 36 review.
Recommended Citation
Don Howard,
In Defense of (Virtuous) Autonomous Weapons,
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Notre Dame J. on Emerging Tech.
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(2022).