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

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.

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.

Did you know that Spanish is the most requested language by limited-English-proficiency court users?

Goal is to expand vital public services with better-informed decision-making

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.

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.

The committee will also consider adjustments made to the scoring process and criteria considered.

The formula forms the basis of the Judicial Needs Assessment, which estimates California needs an additional 173 judges.

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

Reviews how courts managed to stay open safely during the pandemic, leveraged technology, and commits to consider lessons learned to enhance access and equity

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