Search results

California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero today issued a statement on the judicial branch budget for fiscal year 2025-26.

Also hears about improvements to jury service, approves a new court technology plan, and supports strategies for ensuring racial fairness in collaborative court programs

State courthouses added 32 new lactation spaces for the public, with plans to complete an additional 71 in the next 18 months

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

Also recognizes distinguished public service and approves updates to juror oaths

Will also consider revisions to adoption forms and plain-language oaths for jurors

More than two decades of collaborative efforts among the Judicial Council, the superior courts, and partners in child welfare has achieved positive progress in improving adoption and permanency in California.

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

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

More than 1,100 applications have been received for the pilot program that seeks to increase the number of court interpreter employees to serve California’s 6.8 million limited-English-proficient residents

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

California made a $60 million investment in this child advocate program, which aims to help the 70,000 children in the state’s foster care system. Photo: Jason Doiy