AI and Why Borrowing Without Asking Is Like Stealing

Whether it's a toy, a song, or a story, taking it without permission isn't borrowing — it's stealing.

Some examples

• Downloading a song without paying is illegal in most places.
• Using your sister's tablet without asking is the same idea.
• Ask AI: 'What's the difference between borrowing and stealing?'

Try it!

Think of something you 'borrowed' once. Did you ask? Practice asking next time.

Here's why "AI and Why Borrowing Without Asking Is Like Stealing" matters: AI is starting to help with legal research and document review — but always with human oversight. Taking something — even just to copy — without asking is against the law and unkind — and knowing how to apply this gives you a concrete advantage.

• Learn what "theft" means and why it's important
• Learn what "permission" means and why it's important
• Learn what "honest choices" means and why it's important

1. 1Find out more about AI and Why Borrowing Without Asking Is Like Stealing by asking an AI a question about it
2. 2Talk to a grown-up about what you learned
3. 3Write down one new thing you learned today