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The Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District on Friday announced the death of Justice Norman Epstein, who retired in 2018 after a nearly 45-year tenure with the judicial branch.

Study shows that low-income litigants using the tool were more likely to repay as the amount ordered decreases

Funding included in the legislation will help courts provide services and support to persons living with untreated schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders

The legislation seeks to provide services and support to persons living with untreated schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.

"I appreciate Governor Newsom’s continued support in his budget proposal for the critical programs and services provided by the judicial branch to advance access to justice for all Californians," Chief Justice Guerrero said.​

Courts around the state worked to restore, maintain, and even expand access to justice amid the continuing pandemic.

Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye, chair of the Commission on Judicial Appointments, announced that the commission today confirmed three appointments to the California Courts of Appeal in San Francisco and Los Angeles.

A new program beginning in spring 2023 will make retired judges available to serve as mediators in civil cases.

Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye, chair of the Commission on Judicial Appointments, announced that the commission today unanimously confirmed the appointment of Judge Thomas Delaney as associate justice of the Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division Three (Santa Ana).

Technology projects will improve services for the public

The council also approved the latest plan for new courthouse construction.

The Commission on Judicial Appointments will hold two virtual public hearings on Aug. 3 to consider appointments to Sacramento and Ventura-based appeals courts.