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CRIMEJun 28 · 14:12 UTCTHE VERGETerrence O’Brien

Prosecutors used ChatGPT logs as evidence in the Palisades fire trial

Prosecutors in the Palisades fire trial used ChatGPT logs as evidence against Jonathan Rinderknecht, who faced arson charges for a deadly 2025 wildfire. The logs showed Rinderknecht generating fire-related images, expressing anger, and ranting about the wealthy. Prosecutors also cited iPhone location data, security footage, and witness testimony.

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