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Judicial Council Sponsors Bill to Celebrate California Native American Day

"By recognizing the importance of Native Americans we not only acknowledge our shortcomings in our state’s past treatment of them, we also celebrate their past and current contributions to our state," said Judge Marla O. Anderson.

California Courts Helping Drivers Struggling with Traffic Debt

Online tool offers low-income drivers an easy way to request a lower penalty, payment plan, or community service.
Judicial Council Allocates $25 Million to Address Case Delays Due to COVID-19

Council also approves expansion of an online pilot program enabling low-income litigants to request reductions in traffic infraction fines and fees remotely.

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Committee Issues Advice to Judges: Campaign Contributions from Political Action Committees

Feb 23, 2021
A state Supreme Court committee issued an advisory opinion explaining when a judge may accept campaign contributions from a political action committee when the contribution includes funds from another political action committee organized and funded by court employees.

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Committee Issues Advice on Gift Exchanges Between Judges and Court Staff

Feb 17, 2021
A state Supreme Court committee issued an expedited opinion providing guidance for judges who wish to exchange gifts with staff to celebrate holidays, birthdays, or other occasions.

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Committee Issues Advice on Accepting Attorney Services from Law Firms

Feb 9, 2021
A state Supreme Court committee issued expedited advice regarding whether an appellate court justice may accept the services of an attorney, who is an employee and incoming associate of a law firm, to temporarily work in the justice’s chambers.

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Court of Appeal Announces Destruction of Old Court Records

Feb 8, 2021
San Jose—The Court of Appeal, Sixth Appellate District, has announced its intention to destroy the following civil records, pursuant to Rule 10.1028(d) of the California Rules of Court. All recor
Ethics Committee Seeks Public Comment: When Can Judges Advise Family Members On Law-Related Matters?

Feb 3, 2021
Draft opinion provides guidance to judges on advising family members on matters that implicate legal issues. Deadline to comment is March 22.

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