Feature - June 20, 2023
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Court's Reunification Day event celebrates the hard work of parents and their supporters to overcome challenges and bring families back together
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Feature - October 21, 2021
To commemorate Constitution Day, California judges visited classrooms and libraries statewide to deliver lessons on the three branches of government and the role of the courts. The effort supports a year-round drive to foster a better understanding of the judicial branch among students and teachers.
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Feature - June 30, 2020
The budget cuts $200 million from the state court system, though $150 million could be restored if the federal government sends additional aid by the fall.
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Feature - December 31, 2020
Hundreds of new laws went into effect Jan. 1, including many that will protect the public and improve access to justice for all Californians.
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Feature - May 10, 2017
A recent study showed that test-jurors understood plain-language instructions better and reached a correct verdict significantly more often.
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Feature - May 23, 2018
On May 14-18, courts celebrated the single largest cohort of court users in the nation—citizens appearing for jury duty.
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Feature - January 9, 2017
Chief Justice releases statement on Governor's budget proposal.
Feature - December 5, 2023
New video for jurors aligns with Council's strategic plan to promote education on unconscious bias.
Feature - December 12, 2023
Under new leadership, the judicial branch of California continued to prioritize access to justice for court users and the public.
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Feature - May 8, 2023
Juror Appreciation Week this year is May 8–12, one way California courts thank citizens for making the justice system work. Learn about initiatives to improve the jury system in California.
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