Feature - June 26, 2020
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Delayed by COVID-19 for nearly three months in most parts of the state, jury trials are resuming in counties large and small.
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Feature - June 27, 2018
Governor Jerry Brown signed a state budget on Wednesday that will help restore court services slashed during the recession, fund courthouse projects, and improve access to justice for millions of Californians.
Feature - October 22, 2021
On October 21, Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) hosted a virtual Conversation with Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye.
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Feature - October 10, 2019
The Judicial Council presented the 2019 Distinguished Service Awards on Nov 14 in San Francisco. The prestigious Aranda Access to Justice Award was also presented in partnership with the California Lawyers Association and the California Judges Association.
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![Fresno County Superior Court Judge Hilary Chittick was one of three jurists honored by the council this year.](/sites/default/files/newsroom/styles/max_325x325/public/news/chittick.jpg?itok=x8qWjmtD)
Feature - December 12, 2023
Under new leadership, the judicial branch of California continued to prioritize access to justice for court users and the public.
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Feature - November 28, 2023
See photos and videos from the awards presentation held earlier this month to honor this year’s honorees.
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Feature - May 8, 2023
Juror Appreciation Week this year is May 8–12, one way California courts thank citizens for making the justice system work. Learn about initiatives to improve the jury system in California.
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Feature - May 13, 2024
Juror Appreciation Week this year is May 13–17, one way California courts recognize citizens for making the justice system work. Learn about initiatives to improve the jury system in California.
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Feature - June 10, 2024
This June, California courts and the Judicial Council of California join the nation in recognizing LGBTQ+ Pride Month. We've spoken with a few of our LGBTQ+ identifying judges and justices about their experiences serving on the bench and how increasing diversity serves the courts and the public.
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Feature - May 21, 2024
On May 13-17, courts shined a spotlight on these citizens that help bolster our democracy by making the cherished right of trial by jury a reality
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