News Release - January 19, 2024
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Courts received more than 220 CARE Act petitions since the program launched in October; Judicial Council also hears reports on remote appearances, a new racial justice toolkit, and a program providing free legal services in high-stakes civil cases
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News Release - July 19, 2023
Final opinion follows public comment and provides guidance for judges on ethical considerations when inviting outside speakers and groups to give educational presentations to the court
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News Release - July 13, 2023
Committee says justices should disqualify staff attorneys from working on appellate matters if the attorney’s prior service as a lawyer in the proceeding would disqualify a justice who had served in such a capacity.
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News Release - May 12, 2023
Approves new court rules and forms, will collect implementation data, and provide training and technical assistance for judges and court staff
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News Release - January 4, 2023
The Commission on Judicial Appointments will hold a public hearing on Feb. 14 starting at 2 p.m., which will be livestreamed via the California Courts Newsroom.
News Release - January 6, 2022
Reports on the nominees can be found here. The webcast of these confirmation hearings will be posted to the California Courts YouTube channel shortly.
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Feature - December 20, 2021
On Jan. 1, hundreds of new laws go into effect, including many that will protect the public and improve access to justice for all Californians. Here are a few worth noting.
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News Release - October 20, 2020
DUI Court will focus on reducing recidivism by rigorous monitoring, combined with addressing the underlying issues of substance abuse, mental illness and/or trauma.
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News Release - August 19, 2020
Jurist known for her intelligence, skill, and tireless commitment to expanding access to justice
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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 - October 4, 2019
Veterans surrender to a personal mission thanks to a growing number of Veterans Courts.
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News Release - August 9, 2019
The Judicial Council on Friday awarded millions of dollars to fund pretrial projects in 16 trial courts throughout the state.
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