Report to the Legislature: Special Funds Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2011-2012

The Judicial Council of California offers various education programs for judges and subordinate judicial officers to enhance their skills and knowledge. These programs focus on major bench assignments such as felony sentencing, homicide trials, and capital cases. The Assigned Judges Program relies heavily on Public Affairs Officers (PAOs) to provide education and training for retired judges taking on new assignments. The Continuing Judicial Education program offers two-day institutes covering topics of current interest, legal updates, and more, with attendance ranging from 70 to 140 participants. The programs are designed to promote uniformity in judicial practice and procedure, increase public confidence in the judiciary, and enhance the administration of justice.