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

Work must focus on preserving public trust and confidence in the judicial process, along with accountability, transparency, and privacy for the public

Will also hear recommendations for the Chief Justice on next steps for the judicial branch

Funding for remote video, online services, and other technology projects improves services and helps limit the impact of pandemic on court users

Funding used for remote video, online services, and expanding self-help also helped limit the service impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on court users

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.

Council also approves expansion of an online pilot program enabling low-income litigants to request reductions in traffic infraction fines and fees remotely

Council will also receive reports on the branch’s ability-to-pay program, self-help centers, and voice-to-text language services

How the judicial branch kept courthouses open during a year of unprecedented challenges.

The budget cuts $200 million from the state court system, though $150 million could be restored if the federal government sends additional aid by the fall.

Delayed by COVID-19 for nearly three months in most parts of the state, jury trials are resuming in counties large and small.