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News Release - September 19, 2023

Council Approves Naming Two Courthouses After Distinguished Jurists and Public Servants

Recognizes role models of diversity, equity, and inclusion: former Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye and former Supreme Court Justice Cruz Reynoso

Judicial Council

Meeting information

News Release - September 12, 2023

Council to Get Update on Legislation to Alleviate State Prison Overcrowding

Will also consider reports on access to electronic records, using data to improve court services, and the need for civics education on the judicial system

Judicial Council

Meeting information

Feature - May 17, 2023

Automated Tool Gives Judges Quick, Comprehensive Data for Making Pretrial Release Decisions for Jailed Individuals Awaiting Trial

Alameda court’s program is just one example of how courts use technology to improve efficiency and services.

Judicial Branch Technology Committee

Strategic Plan for Technology

Auditorium filled with attendees and panelists seated on stage

News Release - May 12, 2023

Council Continues to Support Implementation of CARE Act

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

Meeting information

Judicial Council

Superior Courts

News Release - May 5, 2023

Council to Consider New Court Rules to Implement the CARE Act

The council will also get an update on the statewide pretrial release program

Judicial Council

Meeting information

News Release - March 24, 2023

Council Hears How Online Tool for Requesting Fine and Fee Reductions Helps Courts and Litigants

Study shows that low-income litigants using the tool were more likely to repay as the amount ordered decreases

Judicial Council

Meeting information

Bullet points citing benefits of online MyCitations program along with a graphic of a hand holding a cell phone

News Release - January 20, 2023

Judicial Council Allocates Funding to Help Courts Implement CARE Act

Funding included in the legislation will help courts provide services and support to persons living with untreated schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders

Judicial Council

Meeting information

The CARE Act