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Governor Jerry Brown signed a state budget on Wednesday that will help restore court services slashed during the recession, fund courthouse projects, and improve access to justice for millions of Californians.  

Facing growing numbers of civil and family law litigants representing themselves, courts are expanding services offered through “self-help” centers.

At its meeting this week, a council advisory committee will receive a draft report with an updated priority list for new courthouse construction projects statewide.

The committee will also consider adjustments made to the scoring process and criteria considered.

Roughly 206 drug courts serve residents in 53 of California’s 58 counties. By helping people with substance abuse issues repair their lives, drug courts divert those who could otherwise cycle repeatedly through the criminal justice system.

The courts maintain a vast amount of real estate in California and are in a position to play a significant role in achieving climate controls and sustainability.

Building is one of 31 new courthouse projects completed since the judicial branch took over responsibility for courthouses in 2002

Downtown building will address overcrowding, security, and accessibility issues while improving efficiency by consolidating services at one location

As Californians do more business on mobile devices, the state’s courts are joining in on the trend, from texting court payments to receiving jury service updates.

How are self-help centers being managed with shrinking resources? This newsroom feature takes a look at two very different centers sharing the same challenges.

Find out who replaces outdated court facilities in California, what new courthouses are on the way, and how future projects are being prioritized.