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Committed to providing fair and equal access to justice for all Californians.

[SF Superior Court @SFSuperiorCourt]

Ten children had their adoptions finalized today at the Civic Center Courthouse.

Congratulations to the families, and thank you to @SFHumanServices and everyone who helped them get here.

Read more: https://t.co/yzbqxP2uZv

[San Joaquin Superior Court @SJSuperior]

Honoring Service. Celebrating Progress. Embracing New Beginnings.

The San Joaquin County Superior Court proudly celebrates the graduates 🎓of our Veterans Court Program!

This collaborative court program provides veterans facing legal challenges with an opportunity to receive treatment, rehabilitation, and support while working toward a brighter future.

Through dedication, accountability, and perseverance, our graduates have reached an important milepost in their journey.

👏 Congratulations to our graduates! Your hard work and commitment to positive change are worth celebrating.

🙏We also thank our judicial officers, court staff, treatment providers, and community partners who help make these second chances possible.

🫡Graduates, we thank you for your service and wish you all the best on this next chapter!

To learn more about Veterans Court and other Collaborative Court programs
👉visit us at: https://t.co/8KlkYfm3As

#SJCourts #CollaborativeCourts #VeteransTreatmentCourt #MilitaryDiversion #SecondChances #Veterans #GraduationDay

[SF Superior Court @SFSuperiorCourt]

Last week, SF Superior Court judges and staff joined
@sfbar's annual Bench Bar Conference on AI and the future of California litigation.

Topics included case management, AI-generated evidence, and access to justice.

Thank you to BASF for hosting a thoughtful conversation.

[San Diego Superior Court @SDSuperiorCourt]

San Diego Superior Court invites attorneys to apply for the Judicial Mentor Program.
Gain insight, support, and resources for pursuing judicial appointment.
Apply by Nov. 30: https://t.co/utmh908B4R

[California Courts @CalCourts]

California courts will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

[California Courts @CalCourts]

The Judicial Council of California hosted hundreds of court professionals to discuss how data can be used to inform decisions within the courts and improve access to justice for all court users. https://t.co/jxVs6e9P80

[California Courts @CalCourts]

Since 1999, courts across California have celebrated Court Adoption and Permanency Month. This year, the council is also emphasizing the role of legal guardianship in achieving permanency for children and youth in foster care. https://t.co/jEd1LXh2e2

[SF Superior Court @SFSuperiorCourt]

Court data showed divorce is where self-represented litigants with language needs struggled most. So the Court built PARTWAYS™, an app that guides people through the process in English, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese.

Featured by @CalCourts: https://t.co/3AoZ2b7oPJ

[OC Superior Court @OCSuperiorCourt]

Our Veterans Treatment Court and Military Diversion help current and former service members who are struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues due to their military service.
#OCCollaborativeCourts #LiveByChoiceNotByChance #VeteransTreatmentCourt #MilitaryDiversion

[Sacramento Superior Court @SacramentoCourt]

When reporting for jury duty at the Sacramento Superior Court, detach the juror parking permit from your summons postcard and leave it visible on the driver’s side of the vehicle dashboard.

[Santa Clara County Superior Court @SCSCourt]

How do we improve student attendance while preparing the next generation of engaged citizens? Educator's Day 2026 brought together educators, judges, students, and community partners to share solutions for chronic absenteeism and promote innovative civic learning opportunities.

[SF Superior Court @SFSuperiorCourt]

You can now request records from the San Francisco Superior Court online, and for the first time, pay online too. Our GovQA portal accepts requests for criminal, civil, family law, and judicial administrative records.

More info at the link below:

https://t.co/uRqVcGgSet

[California Courts @CalCourts]

California judicial officers visited more than 80 schools and reached a record-breaking 5,200 California K–12 students to promote civic engagement throughout the month of September. https://t.co/lafnWzAUn4 @POWofDemocracy

[San Joaquin Superior Court @SJSuperior]

🎉 Shoutout to our friends at East Union High School for the warm welcome and invitation to participate in their career fair! 🏫👏

Being part of our community means showing up, making connections, and investing in the next generation. 💙🤝 Engaging with local youth gives us the opportunity to share the many career pathways available within our courts and help students envision their futures.

⚖️ At San Joaquin Courts, we’re proud of our community, our youth, and the dedicated employees who take time to share their professional journeys and real-world experiences. By opening doors, answering questions, and sharing their stories, they help spark curiosity and inspire the future leaders of tomorrow! 🌟🚀
T
ogether, we’re building connections and inspiring possibilities—one conversation at a time! 💬✨

#SanJoaquinCourts #CommunityConnections #CareerExploration #FutureLeaders #PublicService

[OC Superior Court @OCSuperiorCourt]

Your future starts here. 📷
The 2026 Young Men’s and Women’s Civic Leadership Conference gives OC high school students the opportunity to connect with civic leaders, exchange ideas, strengthen leadership skills, and discover how they can make a difference in their communities.

[Santa Clara County Superior Court @SCSCourt]

Santa Clara County Superior Court and the Lynbrook High School Mock Trial Team to help fifth graders explore Mendez v. Westminster, the landmark case that challenged school segregation in California.

https://t.co/k9lvdRlwTl

#CivicLearning #CommunityOutreach #SantaClaraCounty

[Superior Court of Los Angeles County @LASuperiorCourt]

Finding your courtroom is about to get easier. Starting November 2, courtroom departments at the Metropolitan, Pomona, Van Nuys East, and Van Nuys West courthouses will be renumbered to match their floor and room numbers, creating a simpler and more intuitive wayfinding experience. View the new department numbers on our website and learn more: https://t.co/cF7uDYprmC

[California Courts @CalCourts]

This year, the Judicial Council celebrates the California Access to Justice Commission (CalATJ)’s 30th anniversary and its shared commitment to improving access to legal services for low-income Californians. https://t.co/JrTbOqmXpr

[California Courts @CalCourts]

Judicial Council 100th Anniversary (1926-2026)
100 Milestones for 100 Years: Supporting Court Technology Initiatives. See more milestones and info on the council’s anniversary page: https://t.co/29k1FaFhtr

[California Courts @CalCourts]

The Judicial Council at its Oct. 16 business meeting adopted updated parameters to help assess judicial need in trial courts. https://t.co/6wanqjNwin