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By the Numbers

MyCitations: Since its launch in April 2019 through November 2025, more than 328,528 litigants have submitted requests to reduce their fines, resulting in more than $110,286,008 million in reductions. CARE Act: Since the act took effect in October 2023 through November 2025, statewide the courts have received 3092 CARE Act petitions, held 7352 CARE Act hearings, and approved 684 CARE Act agreements or ordered 22 CARE Act plans.

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Year in Review

Foreword from Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero

News Release - November 21, 2025

Invitation to Comment: Disclosure and Disqualification Considerations Regarding Former Judicial Mentees in the California Judicial Mentor Program

Deadline to comment is Jan. 5.

Fromthecourts - November 19, 2025

Court Expands Access to Free Child Care Services at Two Courthouse Locations

The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara reminds families that free, professional child care services are available at two courthouse locations — the Family Justice Center Courthouse (FJCC) in San José and the South County Courthouse in Morgan Hill.

Court Expands Access to Free Child Care Services at Two Courthouse Locations

Fromthecourts - November 18, 2025

Notice of Temporary Changes to Electronic Filing and Phone Hours

On January 20, 2026 the Monterey County Superior Court will be transitioning to a new case management system, eCourt.

Notice of Temporary Changes to Electronic Filing and Phone Hours

News Release - November 18, 2025

Court of Appeal to Hold Education Program for High School Students

On Thursday, the Second Appellate District, Division Six (Ventura), will hold a special oral argument outreach session for high school students.

Courts of Appeal

Grey building with columns on a round attached entrance. Palms trees line the road next to it.

Fromthecourts - November 17, 2025

Mobile Care Court Event at Joshua Tree Featuring Court Community Vehicle

The San Bernardino Superior Court is excited to announce a special outreach event at the Joshua Tree Courthouse on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 10 AM- 1 PM, featuring the debut of the court’s new community vehicle, “Justice in Motion.”

Mobile Care Court Event at Joshua Tree Featuring Court Community Vehicle

News Release - November 17, 2025

Commission Confirms Three Appointments to Courts of Appeal

The Commission on Judicial Appointments confirmed three appointments to California’s Courts of Appeal in Los Angeles, Riverside, and Fresno

Courts of Appeal

Associate Justice Matthew Scherb in formal attire standing at podium during his confirmation hearing.

Feature - November 13, 2025

Supporting Native American Communities in Our Court Systems

Tribal and state courts work together to improve outcomes for Native Americans involved in the justice system

Judicial Council

Superior Courts

Feature - November 12, 2025

Kin-First Approach Improves Experiences of Children in Adoptive Families

A couple share their stories of how "kin-first culture" proved successful when ensuring stability for their adoptive daughter, Cece.

Judicial Council

Fromthecourts - November 10, 2025

Ventura Superior Court Launches Court-Ordered Civil Mediation Program

Beginning November 10, 2025, civil lawsuits with amounts in controversy of $50,000 or less per plaintiff may be ordered to mediation at the Court’s discretion.

Ventura Superior Court Launches Court-Ordered Civil Mediation Program

Feature - November 10, 2025