Proposition 47 removed the threat of jail time for simple drug possession. Now participation in...
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Waiting for justice: Defendants locked up for years awaiting trials, sentencing
For thousands of Californians, the notion of “presumed innocent” has been turned on its head...
Under Settlement, LAPD and City Attorney Must Offer Individuals Court Hearings Before Enforcing Gang Injunctions Against Them
In October 2016, the ACLU filed a lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles and its justice leaders...
Addressing Bias in California Courtrooms, One Step at a Time
On Wednesday, California Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye announced the formation of a workgroup...
LA to Join Host of CA Counties Sending Text Reminders to Improve Court Appearance Rates
In April, the California Judicial Council instituted a “zero bail” order for misdemeanors and...
CA Judicial Council Sets $0 Bail for Misdemeanors and Low-Level Felonies in Response to Coronavirus
Zero-Bail for Defendants Accused of Non-Serious Crimes On Monday, the California Judicial Council...