California Chief Justice Issues Second Advisory on Emergency Relief Measures

Originally published by California Courts on 02/11/2020

Summary

California Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye issued new guidance to the state’s superior courts on Friday to mitigate some of the health risks to judicial officers, court staff, and court users during the COVID-19 pandemic.Key takeaways: -Lower bail amounts significantly for the duration of the coronavirus emergency – Consider a defendant’s existing health conditions, in setting conditions of custody for adult or juvenile defendants.

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