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Hundreds of new state laws will take effect in the new year. Here are a few worth noting.

Under new leadership, the judicial branch of California continued to prioritize access to justice for court users and the public.

Approves new court rules and forms, will collect implementation data, and provide training and technical assistance for judges and court staff

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.

Chief Justice’s Workgroup on Post-Pandemic Initiatives also finds remote hearings spurred case resolutions in juvenile cases, child support hearings.

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.

Reviews how courts managed to stay open safely during the pandemic, leveraged technology, and commits to consider lessons learned to enhance access and equity

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, the deadline to hold criminal trials has been extended a total of 90 days.