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Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye today delivered her annual State of the Judiciary address to the California Legislature.

Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye released today her annual State of the Judiciary address, recorded prior to the first in-person Judicial Council meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

The Judicial Council of California marked another successful year in its advocacy and support for programs and funding that ensure equal access to justice for all Californians.

Highlights and key statistics from the 2020–2021 court year.

Read remarks from Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye.

Governor Gavin Newsom signed his first state budget on Thursday, which includes nearly $470 million in new judicial branch funding to continue the courts’ steady recovery after years of deep cuts.

As we turn the calendar to 2024, hundreds of new state laws will take effect on Jan. 1, with many to protect the public and improve access to justice for all Californians. Here are a few worth noting.

Highlights and key statistics from the 2019-2020 court year.

Council also recognizes recipient of the Aranda Access to Justice Award

The Judicial Council of California honored five recipients of its 2022 Distinguished Service Award, and a recipient of the Aranda Access to Justice Award.

Report says use of risk assessment tools, support services, and reminder systems show promise in reducing rearrests and failures to appear

The Judicial Council on Friday awarded millions of dollars to fund pretrial projects in 16 trial courts throughout the state.