Superior Courts

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.

Listing of all Superior Courts

Honoring California’s Native American Judges: Judge Deborah Sanchez

November 30, 2023

Part four in a series honoring Native American judges on the California bench.

Judicial Council

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Supporting Native American Communities in Our Court Systems

November 16, 2023

Tribal and state courts work together to improve outcomes for Native Americans involved in the justice system

Judicial Council

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CARE Act Launches Today: Here’s What to Know

October 2, 2023

California courts in seven counties on Monday launched the CARE Act, a new pathway to deliver mental health treatment and support services to the most vulnerable Californians.

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Court Outreach Programs Make a Comeback

September 19, 2023

After being sidelined by the pandemic, court-supported outreach programs rebound.

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California Courts Engage the Next Generation of Public Service Leaders

September 5, 2023

An on-the-job opportunity prepares the next generation to lead the administration of justice in California.

Judicial Council

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California Chief Justice Leads Constitution Month Celebrations

August 30, 2023

For the first time, California's civic education community hosts a monthlong celebration of the U.S. Constitution.

Chief Justice

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Ethics Committee Adopts Opinion about Court Invitations to Outside Speakers

July 19, 2023

Final opinion follows public comment and provides guidance for judges on ethical considerations when inviting outside speakers and groups to give educational presentations to the court

Courts of Appeal

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Santa Clara Court Helps Reunify Children With Parents Who Now Provide Safe and Supporting Homes

June 20, 2023

Court's Reunification Day event celebrates the hard work of parents and their supporters to overcome challenges and bring families back together

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Judicial Council
Council Continues to Support Implementation of CARE Act

May 12, 2023

Approves new court rules and forms, will collect implementation data, and provide training and technical assistance for judges and court staff

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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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