Courts Help Put New Laws into Effect

January 03, 2018

In 2018, a number of new laws were created in the hope of expanding the rights of Californians through the court system.

Categories: Sentencing, Corrections, Criminal Justice Reform, Judicial Council, CA Superior Courts

Creating Access: California Judicial Branch Year in Review

December 21, 2017

In 2017, the state judicial branch strove to ensure equal access to justice for all Californians. This recap highlights the areas of highest priority.

Categories: Judicial Council

A Legislative ‘Fireside Chat’

August 25, 2017

Photo: A conversation with Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye and Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson at the State Capitol.

Categories: Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye, Access 3D

Fear of Immigration Crackdown May Keep Court Users Away

March 30, 2017

Chief Justice asks that courts be considered a "sensitive location."

Categories: Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye

Council Creates Directory for Information and Resources on Immigration Issues

March 27, 2017

A new online directory on the California Courts Online Self-help Center provides a comprehensive set of links to information and resources for immigrants who must access the legal system.

Categories: Access 3D, Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye