A series of warnings and sanctions have been issued by UK judges regarding the alarming misuse of artificial intelligence by lawyers, particularly the citation of fictitious cases generated by AI tools like ChatGPT. The judiciary has highlighted risks to the justice system, as multiple incidents reveal lawyers incorporating fake legal materials into court filings, leading to questions of malpractice and integrity. Unlicensed clerks and attorneys have faced penalties, including job termination and fines, for their reliance on dubious AI-generated content. This trend raises concerns about the reliability of AI in legal practice, prompting calls for a reevaluation of its use in court proceedings.