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News Release - May 17, 2021

Judicial Council to Consider Policy Concepts on Use of Branch Data and Information

The Judicial Council meets this Friday, May 21. The livestream will be posted at 9:30 a.m.
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Feature - June 8, 2018

Court Interpreters’ Conference Brings a Host of Languages to the Judicial Council

Court interpreters from around the world convened at the Judicial Council June 5 for the start of a four-day conference on the challenges and solutions in legal interpreting in the U.S. and Europe.
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News Release - August 3, 2018

Courts Expanding Language Services for the Public

Recent report details the increased access to interpreters in civil cases and the additional language services provided for court users inside and outside of the courtroom.
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An attorney discusses a case with her client outside a San Francisco courtroom with help from an interpreter. Photo: Jason Doiy

Feature - August 28, 2017

Courts Improving Service for Limited-English Speakers

Did you know that Spanish is the most requested language by limited-English-proficiency court users?
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News Release - May 21, 2021

Judicial Council Approves Data Analytics Strategy on Use of Branch Data and Information

Goal is to expand vital public services with better-informed decision-making
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graphic showing notes on data policy concepts for California judicial branch

News Release - August 26, 2019

Preliminary Report Updates Priority List for New Courthouse Construction Projects

At its meeting this week, a council advisory committee will receive a draft report with an updated priority list for new courthouse construction projects statewide.
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News Release - March 15, 2019

Report: Video Remote Interpreting Effective for Court Users with Limited English Skills

At its March 15 business meeting, the Judicial Council approved recommendations for updating guidelines for video remote interpreting (VRI) and voted to have its staff coordinate a new VRI program for the judicial branch.
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News Release - September 27, 2019

Committee to Consider New Priority List for Courthouse Construction Projects

The committee will also consider adjustments made to the scoring process and criteria considered.
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The Butte County courthouse in Chico opened in 2015. The modern and secure facility consolidated operations from two existing facilities that were overcrowded and suffered from accessibility and security constraints. More

News Release - September 24, 2019

Council Approves New Formula for Ranking Judicial Need

The formula forms the basis of the Judicial Needs Assessment, which estimates California needs an additional 173 judges.
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News Release - March 5, 2021

Judicial Council to Hear Plan to Expand Digital Court

Will receive reports on addressing defendants with mental health issues, how state youth facility closures will affect local courts
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News Release - March 12, 2021

Chief Justice Recognizes Courts for Remaining Open and Adapting to COVID-19

Reviews how courts managed to stay open safely during the pandemic, leveraged technology, and commits to consider lessons learned to enhance access and equity
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Chief Justice reports on court COVID response at the March 12, 2021 Judicial Council meeting

News Release - November 6, 2020

Judicial Council to Hear Reports on Chatbot Services, Pretrial Risk Assessment, Courthouse Building Standards

Will also review toolkit of best practices on complying with the Indian Child Welfare Act
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