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News Release - December 11, 2015

Courts Improving Access for Mentally Ill

SAN FRANCISCO— A task force appointed three years ago by Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye to improve case processing and outcomes for court users with mental illness was sunsetted by the Judicial Council with an assurance that the council will carry on its work with the help of other advisory committees.

Judicial Council

Feature - December 18, 2018

Courts Help Put New Laws into Effect

From erasing old marijuana convictions to helping courts weather natural disasters, track the new laws that will change California courts in 2019.

Court Related Legislation

Superior Courts

Feature - December 20, 2018

2018 Year in Review

In 2018, the state judicial branch was instrumental in ushering in major changes to the court system and ensuring equal access to justice for all Californians.

Judicial Council

Superior Courts

News Release - March 20, 2020

California Chief Justice Issues Second Advisory on Emergency Relief Measures

See Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye’s advisory to all county superior court presiding judges on Friday.

Chief Justice

Superior Courts

News Release - June 3, 2020

Council Working Group Releases Pandemic Recovery Resource Guide for Courts

Guide addresses more than 200 questions and topics related to facilities, personnel, jury management, case management and processing, and communications.

Superior Courts

Judicial Council