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Feature - March 21, 2023

Reaching Court Users in Nation's Largest County

Residents along the California/Arizona state-line in San Bernardino County recently celebrated the expansion of services at the Needles courthouse
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News Release - March 1, 2023

Survey Results: California Bench Continues to Grow More Diverse

Data show steady increase over the last 17 years in the number of women, and justices and judges of color
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Judicial Officer Demographic Data
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Chart showing steady increase over the last 17 years in the number of women, and justices and judges of color in California

Feature - February 28, 2023

Santa Clara Court Hosts "Color of Justice" Event

Event provided information for students on the many pathways and opportunities available within the legal field.
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Feature - February 24, 2023

California Mock Trials Return to the Courtroom to Showcase Emerging Legal Talents

Recent social media posts from courts and educators in California tell the stories of courtrooms staying open on nights and weekends for the return of the Mock Trial Program, an annual competition held remotely for the last two years.
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News Release - December 27, 2022

Judge Roger Chan Named 2022 Wilmont Sweeney Juvenile Court Judge of the Year 

Judge Chan credits his experience as a public defender, coupled with his cultural background, for his ability to be the judge he is today.
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California Judges Association
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News Release - September 22, 2022

California Courts to Honor California Native American Day

State judicial branch, local court employees will be first public workers to celebrate “California Native American Day” as an official holiday.
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Members of the Judicial Council's Tribal Court-State Court Forum

Feature - June 28, 2022

What to Know About the Judicial Branch Budget

“This year’s budget represents an unprecedented investment in our judicial branch,” said Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye.
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News Release - May 13, 2022

Chief Justice Issues Statement on Governor's May Budget Revise

Revised budget proposal includes funding for a Judicial Council unit to provide training, technical assistance, and legal support to California’s trial courts on environmental and climate change issues.
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Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye

Feature - January 7, 2022

Santa Clara Judge to Lead New Statewide Juvenile Justice Effort

Santa Clara County Judge Katherine Lucero will head a new Office of Community and Youth Restoration, part of California's overhaul of its juvenile justice system.
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Feature - October 22, 2021

Chief Justice Speaks on Emergency Orders, Remote Services, Diversifying California Judiciary

On October 21, Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) hosted a virtual Conversation with Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye.
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Chief justice Cantil-Sakauye at PPIC interview

Feature - July 12, 2021

What to Know About the Judicial Branch Budget

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a budget that includes $1.2 billion in new funding for the judicial branch, including restoring $200 million in previous cuts and making major investments in judicial branch programs improving access to justice.
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California's Judicial Branch Budget Process
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News Release - February 17, 2021

Judicial Council Sponsors Bill to Celebrate California Native American Day

​“The Judicial Council of California and its chair, Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, are committed to providing equal access and fairness in our justice system,” said Judge Marla O. Anderson.
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Judge Abby Abinanti, Yurok Tribe member and co-chair of the Judicial Council’s Tribal Court-State Court Forum.

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