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The AFCARS Report: California

Guide to adoptions in California

a new adoptive father and son in Riverside Superior Court

Feature - November 1, 2024

25 Years of Tradition—Court Adoption and Permanency Month

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.

Tribal Customary Adoption FAQs

A judge and a family of 3 standing in the middle of a courtroom after adoption hearing

Feature - December 8, 2022

A Spotlight on Tribal Customary Adoption

"It's not really known by the folks who should know about it."

outside souther tiverside county blue sky desert

News Release - November 15, 2024

Judicial Council Simplifies Process for Adoptive Parents and Recognizes Court Adoption and Permanency Month

Also recognizes distinguished public service and approves updates to juror oaths

Meeting information

Feature - November 18, 2019

2019 Court Adoption and Permanency Month

For the 20th consecutive year, events throughout the state will put an emphasis on finalizing forever homes.

California Child Welfare Indicators Project

Sacha Lewis, a Temecula doctor, adopted a 2-year-old girl during the 11th Annual Adoption Finalization Day. Photo: Riverside County Department of Public Social Services.

Feature - November 23, 2021

Adoption Proceedings Increase During Pandemic

Recent investments in technology and innovations in hybrid court design help connect more forever families.

Public Supports Remote Hearings

youth standing with arms around two women wearing adopt tshirts

News Release - November 3, 2023

Kicking Off Court Adoption and Permanency Month

The annual event is celebrated nationally on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, and some counties coordinate similar events throughout the year.

California Child Welfare Indicators Project

2023 Resolution

inside courtroom pile of stuffed bear surrounding a child

News Release - December 3, 2019

California Courts Finalize More than 400 Adoptions Statewide

In counties across the state, kids leave the courthouse with new beginnings.

Los Angeles County's Adoption Project

Los Angeles County Adoption Day welcomed special guest Judge Michael Nash (Ret.) who is credited with getting the national event started in 1998.

News Release - November 5, 2018

Judicial Council Proclaims November Court Adoption and Permanency Month

For 19 years, the Judicial Council has recognized the ongoing efforts and achievements of juvenile courts and their justice partners to improve the outcomes for families and children in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems.

Report to Council: Court Adoption & Permanency Month

Families and Children in the Courts

Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye and Administrative Director Martin Hoshino sign the resolution proclaiming November "Court Adoption and Permanency Month."

News Release - November 1, 2017

Judicial Council Proclaims November Court Adoption and Permanency Month

November is Court Adoption and Permanency Month. Learn about events being held statewide.

Report to the Judicial Council: Court Adoption and Permanency Month

89 adoptions finalized at special event in Ontario

News Release - June 7, 2015

Council Adopts Rule on Contesting Traffic Infractions

SAN FRANCISCO—At an urgent open meeting via teleconference, the Judicial Council unanimously adopted a new rule today that directs courts to allow people who have traffic tickets to appear for arraignment and trial without deposit of bail, unless...

Chief Justice

Feature - November 30, 2018

California Courts Complete 19th Annual Court Adoption and Permanency Month

Hundreds of children awaiting adoption got their day in court and their forever families during the month of November.