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California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero today issued a statement on the judicial branch budget for fiscal year 2025-26.

San Diego judge champions “Kin-First” culture in child welfare system and develops strong partnerships with local agencies and Native American tribes

Also hears about improvements to jury service, approves a new court technology plan, and supports strategies for ensuring racial fairness in collaborative court programs

At its April 25 business meeting, the council will also get reports on court technology plans, jury service, and ensuring racial fairness in collaborative court programs.

Delivered at the state capitol building in Sacramento, Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero stressed the judicial branch’s commitment to public service and access to justice for all Californians. See the full transcript, video, and photos from her address.

32 counties to participate in finals March 14-16 in Los Angeles for shot at national championship

Also gets reports on effective caseflow management, new courthouse lactation spaces, and court interpreter certification and funding

Will also review reports and updates on effective caseflow management, court interpreters, partial funding restoration, and courthouse lactation rooms

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

A Q&A on the founding and early days of the El Dorado County and Shingle Springs Family Wellness Court

A collaborative effort between the state, county, and tribe, the wellness court includes a cultural component, familiarity, and higher comfort level by providing services through the tribe.

Will also consider revisions to adoption forms and plain-language oaths for jurors