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Judicial Council
The Judicial Council is the policymaking body of the California courts, the largest court system in the nation. Under the leadership of the Chief Justice and in accordance with the California Constitution, the council is responsible for ensuring the consistent, independent, impartial, and accessible administration of justice. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) implements the council’s policies.
Judge Burt Pines Retires
Jan 24
Departing council member Judge Burt Pines, Superior Court of Los Angeles County, shares comments about the Chief Justice's first year as branch leader and about his experience serving the California courts (3:18). 
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Advisory Groups
To provide leadership for advancing the consistent, impartial, independent, and accessible administration of justice, the Judicial Council must be aware of the issues and concerns confronting the judiciary, as well as appropriate solutions and responses. The council carries out this mission primarily through the work of its advisory committees and task forces.
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What's New
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Jan 24 Meeting Highlights
The Judicial Council met in San Francisco to discuss topics of importance to the California judicial branch.
Contact Info
Judicial Council of California
455 Golden Gate Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94102-3688
415-865-4200
Fax: 415-865-4586
TTY Line: 415-865-4272.
455 Golden Gate Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94102-3688
415-865-4200
Fax: 415-865-4586
TTY Line: 415-865-4272.