Proceedings Extended for Selected Trials
August 11, 2020 – The LASC has issued a new General Order that extends start-up dates for enumerated legal proceedings in selected Court Divisions.
New U.S. Bankruptcy Court Restrictions
August 10, 2020 – Chief Judge Maureen Tighe has issued a new General Order detailing further restrictions on operations and activities at the U. S. Bankruptcy Court.
U.S. District Court Closed, Delays Jury Trials
August 10, 2020 – The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California has closed its doors to the public and delayed all civil and criminal jury trials until further notice.
Changes in Mental Health Courts Announced
August 5, 2020 – Several new bench officer and courtroom assignments are planned for the Mental Health courts at the Hollywood and Metropolitan Courthouses.
LACourtConnect Expanded for Family Law Cases
August 5, 2020 – Effective August 10, LACourtConnect will be expanded for scheduling remote appearances for Family Law cases for certain scheduled matters.
Scope of Webex Audio, Video Expanded
August 5, 2020 – Effective August 10, audio and video appearances using Webex will be expanded for criminal hearings in all 250 LASC criminal courtrooms.
ABA Launches New COVID-19 Resource Website
July 29, 2020 – The American Bar Association has launched a new website to serve as a resource clearinghouse for attorneys dealing with the long-term impact of COVID-19.
Flooding Closes Santa Clarita Courthouse
July 28, 2020 – The Santa Clarita Courthouse is closed for the remainder of the day today due to a broken water main that has flooded the building; calendar relocated to San Fernando.
Remote Appearances for Selected Cases
July 28, 2020 – LACourtConnect will be expanded, effective August 3, for the scheduling of certain cases on the calendar starting August 10 and thereafter.
Civil Hearing Date Reservations Required
July 27, 2020 – Eeffective immediately, all Civil courtrooms throughout the County using CRS will require all motions to be reserved via CRS prior to filing the motion.