News & Announcements
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May 5, 2026
On May 21, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., the five California appellate projects are hosting an information session for those interested in learning more about representing clients in court-appointed criminal, juvenile, and civil commitment appeals. See ...
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May 1, 2026
Pursuant to City Council action, the City of Fresno has reverted the name of Cesar Chavez Boulevard to Ventura Street.
Effective May 1, 2026, the court's address is:
2424 Ventura Street
Fresno, CA 93721
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March 12, 2026
The Judicial Council is celebrating its 100-year anniversary in 2026. For more information, click here.
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October 31, 2025
If you're considering using AI tools like ChatGPT to help with your court case, please visit our "Using AI?" page to help you use these tools safely and effectively.
Generative AI is a tool that can help you write or explain things, but it can mak ...
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Associate Justice Rosendo Pena, Jr. represents the Fifth Appellate District on the Supreme Court and Appellate Court Bias Prevention Committee. Its mission is to support the integrity and impartiality of the judicial system and promote an appellate c ...
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February 2, 2023
The Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District, is seeking attorneys to represent inmates in death penalty-related habeas corpus proceedings. For details on how to apply for an appointment and to review criteria, visit the Habeas Counsel under Prop 66 ...