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Hundreds of new laws went into effect Jan. 1, including many that will protect the public and improve access to justice for all Californians.

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.

Santa Clara Superior Court hosted its sixth annual Educators Day, which brought together approximately 100 superintendents, principals and other educational administrators.

Hundreds of children awaiting adoption got their day in court and their forever families during the month of November.

About 10 superior courts in the state have access to a facility dog to help children share their testimonies in court.

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

Did you know that May is National Foster Care Month? Learn about how one court-driven program makes an impact on the lives of foster youth.

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.

 A pilot program that funds free legal services for low-income Californians facing critical civil cases drastically increased the likelihood of settlement, improved the longevity of court orders, and reduced court costs, a new study shows.

In counties across the state, kids leave the courthouse with brand new beginnings.

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

Santa Clara County Judge Katherine Lucero will head a new Office of Community and Youth Restoration, part of California's overhaul of its juvenile justice system.