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California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero today issued a statement on the judicial branch budget for fiscal year 2025-26.

State budget also contains a commensurate reduction of 7.95% to the Supreme Court, Courts of Appeal, and Judicial Council

California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero today issued a statement on the judicial branch budget for 2024-25.

Work must focus on preserving public trust and confidence in the judicial process, along with accountability, transparency, and privacy for the public

Technology projects include advancing the use of online and remote tools.

Technology projects will improve services for the public

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

At its Sept. 25 meeting, the council will consider funding for technology initiatives, a report on remote appearances, a new requirement for anti-bias training, and more.

"We in the judicial branch will do our best to serve the public in these unprecedented times of a global pandemic and recession," Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye said.

At its May 15 teleconference meeting, the council received reports on potential reductions to judicial branch funding, as well as planning efforts to restore court access and services restricted due to COVID-19 pandemic.