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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.

Superior Courts

Commission Confirms Appointments to Courts of Appeal

January 6, 2022

Reports on the nominees can be found here. The webcast of these confirmation hearings will be posted to the California Courts YouTube channel shortly.

Courts of Appeal

Ethics Committee Issues Disqualification Advice to Judges in Mentor Program

January 4, 2022

Supreme Court ethics committee issues expedited guidance for judges in the California Judicial Mentor Program about disqualifying from cases involving mentees.

2021 Year in Review: Judicial Council of California

December 20, 2021

In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic continued to challenge the state’s ability to ensure access to justice for the citizens of California. But like the previous year, California’s Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye and the Judicial Council supported the courts as they remained flexible and innovative to ensure the justice system was open and vital services remained accessible to the public.

Judicial Council

Ethics Committee Adopts Opinion on Giving Attorney Feedback

December 15, 2021

The California Supreme Court Committee on Judicial Ethics Opinions adopted a final opinion after considering public comments about whether judges may provide feedback on courtroom performance when requested by attorneys or their supervisors.

Supreme Court

Commission on Judicial Appointments to Consider Two Appellate Court Nominations

December 1, 2021

Remote hearings on Jan. 6 for nominations to appellate courts in Sacramento and Santa Ana will be webcast live from the California Courts Newsroom.

Courts of Appeal

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Adoption Proceedings Increase During Pandemic

November 23, 2021

Recent investments in technology and innovations in hybrid court design help connect more forever families.

Judicial Council

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