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Article 21: Cooperation with competent authorities

EU Official:
Title III: High-Risk AI Systems

Yes, Article 21 requires providers of high-risk AI systems to provide all necessary information and documentation to competent authorities upon reasoned request to demonstrate conformity.

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Source: EUR-Lex, Regulation (EU) 2024/1689. Text reproduced verbatim.

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Frequently asked questions

Must providers cooperate with authorities under Article 21 AI Act?+
Yes, Article 21 requires providers of high-risk AI systems to provide all necessary information and documentation to competent authorities upon reasoned request to demonstrate conformity.
In which language must information be provided under Article 21?+
Information must be provided in a language easily understood by the competent authority of the relevant Member State.
What documentation does Article 21 of the AI Act require?+
Article 21 of the AI Act requires that relevant documentation is maintained as part of the compliance process. This may include technical documentation, instructions for use, logs or declarations of conformity, depending on the classification of the AI system.