4th District Court of Appeal

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March 6, 2025

Fourth Appellate District Announces Destruction of Old Court Records

The Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division One (San Diego) has announced its intention to destroy some of its civil records under Rule 10.1028(d) of the California Rules of Court. Read more.

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