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Feature - May 23, 2024

Legislation, Innovation, and Federal Funds Expand Court Diversion Programs for Veterans

Since 2009, California's Veterans Treatment Courts have given justice-involved veterans alternatives. Today, state courts and justice system partners support 46 programs in 36 counties.
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Warrior Cannine Connection in San Mateo
Veterans Resentencing Information SB 1209
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Feature - April 16, 2024

Photos: California Chief Justice Helps Dedicate Courthouses in Redding and Willows

Ceremonies included remarks by the Chief Justice, courts’ judges, and council’s administrative director
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Hundreds of people sit in chairs under a tent at Willows Courthouse dedication ceremony

News Release - March 28, 2024

California Chief Justice to Help Celebrate the Renovation/Expansion of the Glenn County Courthouse in Willows

Project consolidated court services, addressed security and seismic issues, and increased operational efficiency
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Willows Courthouse Renovation/Expansion in Glenn County
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Willows Courthouse in Glenn County

News Release - March 27, 2024

California Chief Justice to Dedicate New Shasta County Courthouse in Redding

Building will consolidate court services and address overcrowding, security, and accessibility issues
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New Redding Courthouse in Shasta County
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Redding Courthouse in Shasta County

News Release - March 21, 2024

Location for New Nevada City Courthouse Narrowed Down to Three Potential Sites

Project Advisory Group picked the sites based on size, neighboring services, transportation options, and other criteria
Related:
New Nevada City Courthouse project webpage
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Map showing the three finalist sites for the New Nevada City Courthouse

Feature - March 19, 2024

Students Throughout California Vying for Top Prize at 2024 Mock Trial Finals

31 counties to participate in finals this week in Los Angeles for shot at national championship
Related:
Teach Democracy Mock Trial Program
Kern County Superintendent of Schools: Students Show Off Their Legal Prowess at…
San Diego Superior Court: 18th Annual San Diego County High School Mock Trial C…
Contra Costa County Office of Education: 2024 Mock Trial Results
The Sun Gazette: Visalia students rule Tulare County mock trial
Riverside County Office of Education: The Verdict Is In: Poly High School Wins …
History and Winners: National High School Mock Trial Championship
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An attorney at the Santa Cruz County Mock Trial competition presents their case.

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Council Approves Form to Notice Respondent's Attorney 

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Eligibility

Who is eligible for services under the CARE Act? An estimated 8,000 to 12,000 Californians are estimated to meet CARE Act criteria. To qualify, a person must meet all of seven eligibility criteria:

News Release - March 1, 2024

Survey Results: California Bench Continues to Grow More Diverse

Data show steady increase over the last 18 years in the number of women, and justices and judges of color
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Chart showing how the percentage of California judges and justices has gotten more diverse from 2006 to 2023

Feature - January 25, 2024

Meet the Judicial Council’s New Administrative Director: Shelley Curran

With 20 years in the public sector, and the last 14 at the council, Curran has been a key player in guiding judicial branch reforms in areas such as remote court proceedings, pretrial detention, and evidence-based practices in sentencing.
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Two women at swearing in ceremony

News Release - December 18, 2023

California Chief Justice Helps Dedicate New Imperial County Courthouse in El Centro

On Monday, Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero traveled to her home county to celebrate the completion of a court facility years in the making.
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Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero cutting ribbon with Presiding Justice William D. Quan

Feature - December 7, 2023

California Courts Formalize Hundreds of Adoptions Over Court Adoption and Permanency Month

Joyful families filled California courthouses in November as hundreds of adoptions of children in foster care were finalized during Court Adoption and Permanency Month. Events took place throughout the state, with many taking place on and around National Adoption Day on Nov. 18.

Related:
Guide to adoptions in California
National Adoption Day
The AFCARS Report: California
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a new adoptive father and son in Riverside Superior Court

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