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 A pilot program that funds free legal services for low-income Californians facing critical civil cases drastically increased the likelihood of settlement, improved the longevity of court orders, and reduced court costs, a new study shows.

The Judicial Council on Friday awarded millions of dollars to fund pretrial projects in 16 trial courts throughout the state.

The Judicial Council received a report on how the state’s trial courts used additional funding included in this fiscal year’s judicial branch budget to expand hours, reopen closed locations, and invest in new technology to increase access to justice for the public.

At its March 15 business meeting, the Judicial Council approved recommendations for updating guidelines for video remote interpreting (VRI) and voted to have its staff coordinate a new VRI program for the judicial branch.

In counties across the state, kids leave the courthouse with new beginnings.

The formula forms the basis of the Judicial Needs Assessment, which estimates California needs an additional 173 judges.

Guide addresses more than 200 questions and topics related to facilities, personnel, jury management, case management and processing, and communications.

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

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

DUI Court will focus on reducing recidivism by rigorous monitoring, combined with addressing the underlying issues of substance abuse, mental illness and/or trauma.

See Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye’s advisory to all county superior court presiding judges on Friday.

​“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.