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News Release - May 21, 2025

Judge Ana España Named 2025 Wilmont Sweeney Juvenile Court Judge of the Year

San Diego judge champions “Kin-First” culture in child welfare system and develops strong partnerships with local agencies and Native American tribes
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Feature - May 12, 2025

Right to Be Judged by Your Peers Made Possible by Jurors

Juror Appreciation Week this year is May 12–16, one way California courts recognize citizens for making the justice system work. Learn about initiatives to improve the jury system in California.
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Feature - December 17, 2024

2024 Year in Review: Judicial Council of California

The judicial branch of California continued to prioritize and expand access to justice for court users and the public
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Feature - December 4, 2024

How a County Superior Court Partnered With a Tribal Court to Create First Joint-Jurisdiction Court in California

A Q&A on the founding and early days of the El Dorado County and Shingle Springs Family Wellness Court
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Superior Court of El Dorado County: Collaborative Courts
Shingle Springs Rancheria: Tribal Court: Family Wellness Court
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Feature - November 26, 2024

How the El Dorado and Shingle Springs Family Wellness Court Uses Alternative Methods to Serve Tribal Youth and Families

A collaborative effort between the state, county, and tribe, the wellness court includes a cultural component, familiarity, and higher comfort level by providing services through the tribe.
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Walking on Common Ground: Joint-Jurisdiction Courts
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seals from both tribal court and state court

News Release - September 20, 2024

California Improving Courthouse Sustainability

New standards approved last year target a 12% increase in water conservation and a 15% increase in energy efficiency for its future new courthouse projects
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Feature - May 21, 2024

California Courts Celebrate Jurors

On May 13-17, courts shined a spotlight on these citizens that help bolster our democracy by making the cherished right of trial by jury a reality
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banner reading "Juror Appreciation Week" hung over entrance to Kern Superior Court

Feature - May 13, 2024

Right to Be Judged by Your Peers Not Possible Without Jurors

Juror Appreciation Week this year is May 13–17, one way California courts recognize citizens for making the justice system work. Learn about initiatives to improve the jury system in California.
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News Release - January 19, 2024

California Courts Report Successful Start to CARE Act

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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Feature - December 12, 2023

2023 Year in Review: Judicial Council of California

Under new leadership, the judicial branch of California continued to prioritize access to justice for court users and the public.
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2023 Year In Review

Feature - December 5, 2023

Jury Service and Fairness: Understanding the Challenges of Implicit Bias

New video for jurors aligns with Council's strategic plan to promote education on unconscious bias.
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Work Group to Enhance Administrative Standards Addressing Bias in Court Proceed…
2023 California Rules of Court: Rule 10.469
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News Release - May 12, 2023

Council Continues to Support Implementation of CARE Act

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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Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero leads the May 12 Judicial Council meeting. She is supported by the council's Acting Administrative Director Millicent Tidwell (left) and California Supreme Court Justice Carol Corrigan (right).

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