Second Appellate District

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June 13, 2025

The Second District Court of Appeal Remains Fully Operational and Accessible

While protests are occurring in portions of downtown Los Angeles, our offices at the Ronald Reagan State Building continue normal operations. Building access and security are unaffected.

Court operations proceed as scheduled. All hearings and proceedings continue as planned, filing deadlines remain in effect, and public access to court services is maintained.

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Find information about the current Justices of the Second Appellate District, as well as historical bios.

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    About the 2nd District

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    Self-Help Guide to the Courts of Appeal

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