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

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and the Judicial Council of California honor the 20,000 public servants of California's judicial branch during Public Service Recognition Week.

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California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero today issued a statement on the judicial branch budget for 2024-25.

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

Judge Chan credits his experience as a public defender, coupled with his cultural background, for his ability to be the judge he is today.

“This year’s budget represents an unprecedented investment in our judicial branch,” said Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye.

On October 21, Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) hosted a virtual Conversation with Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye.

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.

​“The Judicial Council of California and its chair, Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, are committed to providing equal access and fairness in our justice system,” said Judge Marla O. Anderson.

At least 31 California counties home to 80 percent of the state's residents have kept COVID-19 emergency bail schedules to help curb the spread of the virus in jails and surrounding communities during the pandemic, according to data from superior courts.