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Superior Courts of California

California has 58 trial courts, one in each county. In trial (superior) courts, a judge and sometimes a jury hears witnesses' testimony and other evidence and decides cases by applying the relevant law to the relevant facts. The California courts serve the state's population of more than 39 million people.

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Reaching Court Users in Nation's Largest County

March 21, 2023

Residents along the California/Arizona state-line in San Bernardino County recently celebrated the expansion of services at the Needles courthouse

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California Mock Trials Return to the Courtroom to Showcase Emerging Legal Talents

February 24, 2023

Recent social media posts from courts and educators in California tell the stories of courtrooms staying open on nights and weekends for the return of the Mock Trial Program, an annual competition held remotely for the last two years.

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Judge Roger Chan Named 2022 Wilmont Sweeney Juvenile Court Judge of the Year

December 27, 2022

Judge Chan credits his experience as a public defender, coupled with his cultural background, for his ability to be the judge he is today.

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California Courts to Honor California Native American Day

September 22, 2022

State judicial branch, local court employees will be first public workers to celebrate “California Native American Day” as an official holiday.

Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye

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Courts of Appeal
What to Know About the Judicial Branch Budget

June 28, 2022

“This year’s budget represents an unprecedented investment in our judicial branch,” said Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye.

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Chief Justice Issues Statement on Governor's May Budget Revise

May 13, 2022

Revised budget proposal includes funding for a Judicial Council unit to provide training, technical assistance, and legal support to California’s trial courts on environmental and climate change issues.

Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye

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Santa Clara Judge to Lead New Statewide Juvenile Justice Effort

January 7, 2022

Santa Clara County Judge Katherine Lucero will head a new Office of Community and Youth Restoration, part of California's overhaul of its juvenile justice system.

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Courts Help Put New Laws into Effect

December 20, 2021

On Jan. 1, hundreds of new laws go into effect, including many that will protect the public and improve access to justice for all Californians. Here are a few worth noting.

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Chief Justice Speaks on Emergency Orders, Remote Services, Diversifying California Judiciary

October 22, 2021

On October 21, Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) hosted a virtual Conversation with Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakakuye.

Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye

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California Supreme Court
What to Know About the Judicial Branch Budget

July 12, 2021

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a budget that includes $1.2 billion in new funding for the judicial branch, including restoring $200 million in previous cuts and making major investments in judicial branch programs improving access to justice.

Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye

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