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Hundreds of new state laws will take effect in the new year. Here are a few worth noting.

The judicial branch of California continued to prioritize and expand access to justice for court users and the public

State judicial branch first recognized holiday in 2022 with legislation sponsored by Judicial Council

Award recognizes people and organizations for their extraordinary leadership and contributions to the administration of justice in California

Under new leadership, the judicial branch of California continued to prioritize access to justice for court users and the public.

New video for jurors aligns with Council's strategic plan to promote education on unconscious bias.

Council also recognizes recipient of the Aranda Access to Justice Award

Report says use of risk assessment tools, support services, and reminder systems show promise in reducing rearrests and failures to appear

Rearrest rates dropped for defendants released through pretrial programs

Justice Marsha Slough today announced she will retire Aug. 31, capping two decades of service as a judicial officer and nearly a decade as a Judicial Council member and leading voice on key judicial branch initiatives.

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.