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Juror Appreciation Week this year is May 12–16, one way California courts recognize citizens for making the justice system work. Learn about initiatives to improve the jury system in California.

The judicial branch of California continued to prioritize and expand access to justice for court users and the public

More than two decades of collaborative efforts among the Judicial Council, the superior courts, and partners in child welfare has achieved positive progress in improving adoption and permanency in California.

A commemoration sponsored by the Chief Justice's Power of Democracy Civic Learning Initiative

More than 127,000 litigants have already used the MyCitations online tool, totaling nearly $50 million in reductions

More than 100,000 litigants have already used the MyCitations online tool, totaling $38.6 million in reductions

Under new leadership, the judicial branch of California continued to prioritize access to justice for court users and the public.

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

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.

The budget cuts $200 million from the state court system, though $150 million could be restored if the federal government sends additional aid by the fall.