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Court of Appeal in Fresno spearheads projects to modernize and expand access to justice for Californians appealing their cases.

On May 14-18, courts celebrated the single largest cohort of court users in the nation—citizens appearing for jury duty.

The Judicial Council at its November 29–30 meeting approved changes to rules of court that govern appointed counsel in death penalty appeals and habeas corpus proceedings.

The Judicial Council at its March 2 business meeting approved a framework to help courts and other judicial branch entities with disaster recovery planning efforts, which are critical in enabling the recovery of data and services in the event of a disaster.

Videoconference technology helps deliver self-help services remotely and increases a court's outreach.

A recent study showed that test-jurors understood plain-language instructions better and reached a correct verdict significantly more often.

Self-represented litigants who seek help with appealing their case now have access to a new online resource center.

May 9-13 is Juror Appreciation Week, but courts are making the jury system better all year with check-in kiosks, text reminders, and web-based services.

The Judicial Council has revised rules of court and forms to help implement a statute that expands the use of expedited jury trials in California, effective July 1.

Court self-help centers aim to help Californians without legal representation navigate the court system.

Will receive reports on addressing defendants with mental health issues, how state youth facility closures will affect local courts

At its meeting today, the Judicial Council adopted a process to award $25 million in grant funding to promote innovative and efficient programs in the courts.