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News Release - July 11, 2025

Judicial Council to Consider Court Funding Proposals

Will also consider reports related to court technology, construction, generative AI, language access, and jury service
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News Release - June 23, 2025

Chief Justice Appoints 5 New Judicial Council Members

Council consists of judicial officers, court executives, attorneys, and legislators who volunteer their time to help make the court system consistent, impartial, and accessible
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News Release - June 23, 2025

Court Expands Availability of Funds to Pursue Relief Under the Racial Justice Act in Capital Cases; Approves Revision to Payment Policies for Attorneys in Capital Cases

The temporary amendment, which will remain in effect through June 30, 2026, expands the availability of funding to develop and present claims under the Racial Justice Act of 2020.
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News Release - May 27, 2025

Invitation to Comment: Disqualification and Disclosure Requirements Under the Racial Justice Act

Deadline to comment is July 11.
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News Release - May 5, 2025

Chief Justice, Judicial Council Honor Public Servants of California's Judicial Branch

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and the Judicial Council of California honor the 20,000 public servants of California's judicial branch during Public Service Recognition Week.
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News Release - April 25, 2025

Judicial Council Approves Updated Workload Model that Determines Court Staffing Needs

Also hears about improvements to jury service, approves a new court technology plan, and supports strategies for ensuring racial fairness in collaborative court programs
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News Release - March 18, 2025

California Chief Justice Delivers 2025 State of the Judiciary Address

Delivered at the state capitol building in Sacramento, Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero stressed the judicial branch’s commitment to public service and access to justice for all Californians. See the full transcript, video, and photos from her address.
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News Release - February 21, 2025

Council Receives Preview of New Model Policy That Provides Guidelines, Safeguards on Use of Generative AI by Courts

Also gets reports on effective caseflow management, new courthouse lactation spaces, and court interpreter certification and funding
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News Release - February 14, 2025

Judicial Council to Get Update on New Model Policy on the Use of Generative AI by Courts

Will also review reports and updates on effective caseflow management, court interpreters, partial funding restoration, and courthouse lactation rooms
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News Release - January 24, 2025

Court Approves Amendments to Policies and Payment Guidelines for Appointed Counsel in Capital Cases

The amendments account for developments relevant to the representation of capital inmates before the California Supreme Court, including the passage of Proposition 66, the Death Penalty Reform and Savings Act of 2016, and the enactment of the California Racial Justice Act of 2020.
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News Release - December 6, 2024

Local Courts and Bar Associations to Host California Bar Admission Ceremony on Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Individuals who recently passed the California Bar Exam will take the Oath of Office to become licensed California attorneys.
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News Release - December 2, 2024

California Courts Implement CARE Act Statewide

CARE agreements and plans can include treatment, housing support, and other services for persons with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
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