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Commission on Judicial Appointments to Consider Appointment of Justice Patricia Guerrero to the California Supreme Court

February 18, 2022

Public hearing on March 22 will be broadcast live from the California Courts Newsroom.

Justice Patricia Guerrero Nominated to California Supreme Court

February 15, 2022

From the Office of Governor Gavin Newsom—Gov. Gavin Newsom today announced his nomination of Fourth District Court of Appeal Justice Patricia Guerrero to serve as an Associate Justice of the California Supreme Court. A widely respected jurist with extensive experience as an appellate justice, trial court judge, partner at a major law firm and Assistant U.S.

Judicial Council Supports Juneteenth Legislation

February 10, 2022

The Judicial Council’s Legislation Committee on Thursday voted to support a bill to make Juneteenth a California state holiday, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

California Courthouse Sustainability

February 9, 2022

The courts maintain a vast amount of real estate in California and are in a position to play a significant role in achieving climate controls and sustainability.

Rendering of new El Centro Courthouse in Imperial County

Ethics Committee Issues Advice about Disqualification When a Judge’s Spouse May be a Trial Witness

February 2, 2022

Supreme Court ethics committee issues guidance for judges about the timing of disqualification when a judge’s spouse may be called as a witness at trial.

Council Approves Legislative Priorities for the Courts

January 21, 2022

Legislative agenda includes advocating for stable and reliable funding, securing more judgeships, and implementing pretrial detention reform

Council to Consider Legislative Priorities for the Courts

January 14, 2022

This year’s recommended legislative agenda includes advocating for stable and reliable funding, securing more judgeships, and implementing pretrial detention reform.

On the Job Training

January 13, 2022

Judicial Fellows share their experience working with the "finest judiciary in the world."

California Chief Justice Releases Statement on Governor's Budget Proposal

January 10, 2022

"I welcome the Governor’s continuing commitment to sustainable funding in his budget proposal for the judicial branch. He clearly recognizes how important equal access to justice is for all Californians," the Chief Justice said.

Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye budget proposal

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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