The law, which took effect in 2019, “treats all citizens as if they do not enjoy a right to buy ammunition. It forces Americans to entreat and supplicate the state for permission,” U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez of San Diego wrote Tuesday in a ruling …
On February 6, after the Supreme Court hears its first oral arguments in Sacramento in four years, the Women Lawyers of Sacramento will host a reception for the court.
‘Universal frustration’: In California, a crisis so dire Republicans and Democrats are working togetherMartin.Novitski Wed, 01/31/2024 - 09:17 NewsLink State Sen. Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) in September voted to place Newsom’s plan on the March 5 …
As California officials craft new regulations for urban water conservation, critics who belittle the importance of these efforts are often deflecting, a water policy advocate argues.
The L.A. County Sheriff's Department has received a $1.6 million grant from the Judicial Council of California that will go toward building a digital portal for local law enforcement and the courts to better track when someone is in violation of an …
The bill would prohibit social media platforms from sending what Skinner called “an addictive social media feed” to children without parental consent. It would also bar notifications from midnight to 6 a.m. and during school hours without a parent’s …
The groups argue that a decision issued last month by the First Appellate District wrongly upheld the utilities commission’s vote that overhauled net energy metering guidelines, which determine the compensation that solar customers receive when their …
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced his appointment of 16 Superior Court Judges, which include three in Alameda County; five in Los Angeles County; one in Orange County; one in Riverside County; one in Sacramento County; one in San Bernardino County; one …
Senate Bill 970 by Sen, Angelique Ashby, D-Sacramento, would direct the Judicial Council to determine a method for identifying synthetic media, which the bill defines as AI-generated audio, video and images commonly referred to as deepfakes. The judicial …
New California ruling targets pension ‘spiking’ as retirees appeal for reliefMartin.Novitski Fri, 01/26/2024 - 14:34 NewsLink Some of those affected retirees are urging the pension board to instead apply the new rules only to people who left civil service …
A bill would let state legislators, who say they fear for their safety, shield their property holdings from disclosure forms. But critics say that could conceal potential conflicts of interest.
The [U.S.] Supreme Court’s Mixed Record on Adhering to PrecedentMartin.Novitski Mon, 01/29/2024 - 09:26 NewsLink In just the past two terms it has done away with the constitutional right to abortion and race-conscious admissions in higher education. …
Four conferences with no straight grantsMartin.Novitski Thu, 01/25/2024 - 09:14 NewsLink Maybe the Courts of Appeal are doing a great job of clarifying the law because the Supreme Court yesterday had its fourth conference in a row without a straight grant. …
In these scams, perpetrators often use persuasive techniques, claiming to be court officials or law enforcement officers, providing fake badge numbers, and using photoshopped images to create an illusion of authenticity. The consequences of these tactics …
This week approximately 40 community members gathered in a courtroom on the third floor of the Nevada County Courthouse in Nevada City to participate in a public information workshop led by Pella McCormick, director of the Judicial Council’s Facilities …
While some portions of the building appear to sit empty, the old courthouse is currently split between Sutter County and the Judicial Council of California, General Services Director Ken Sra said.
The Private Attorneys General Act is a unique California law making it easier for employees to sue their bosses. For two decades, it’s been the subject of political and legal infighting but a pending ballot measure would decide its fate.
Shelley Curran officially took the helm as Judicial Council Administrative Director on Jan. 1, following the retirement of Acting Administrative Director Millicent Tidwell. Curran has served more than 14 years with the council, having previously served as …
Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero Activity Report January 2024elaine.chan Thu, 01/25/2024 - 08:32 Video Url Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero Activity Report January 2024 Alternate Player
The California Supreme Court Historical Society will present an MCLE program, “Looking Back: A review of significant decisions of the California Supreme Court in 2023.” Justice Joshua Groban will introduce the program, which will be presented by David …
