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2nd District Court of Appeal

2nd District Court of Appeal courthouses in Ventura and Los Angeles
 

Latest News

 

May 15, 2024

The Second District Court of Appeal announces the confirmation of Justice Gonzalo Martinez as Presiding Justice and Judge Natalie P. Stone as Associate Justice of Division Seven. Read more on the California Courts Newsroom: Commission Confirms Appointments to Courts of Appeal

February 23, 2024

Attorneys to Represent Inmates in Death Penalty-Related Habeas Corpus Proceedings
The Second District Court of Appeal is seeking attorneys to represent inmates in death penalty-related habeas corpus proceedings. View for more information regarding applying for an appointment.
 
For a list of Statewide Habeas Attorneys visit HCRC Panel.

September 19, 2023

Court Files Miscellaneous Order 2023-02 

Today, the Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District issued Miscellaneous Order 2023-02. This order outlines essential protocols for courtroom attendance with the primary goal of preventing the spread of COVID-19. We highly encourage all parties involved in our judicial proceedings to familiarize themselves with the provisions of this order to ensure a safe and responsible environment for all.

Click here to read the full order

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About Us

The 2nd District main courthouse is in Los Angeles. The secondary courthouse, hosting Division Six, in Ventura. Division Six handles appeals from San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties, while Divisions One through Five, Seven, and Eight handle appeals from Los Angeles County. Each division has four justices.  READ MORE >>

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Contact Info

Divisions 1 - 5, 7 & 8

Ronald Reagan State Building
300 S. Spring Street
2nd Floor, North Tower
Los Angeles, CA 90013
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Phone: (213) 830-7000 - (9:00-4:30)
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Division 6
Court Place
200 East Santa Clara Street
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: (805) 641-4700 - (9:00-4:30)
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