Superior Court Website Updates

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:33:03 -0700

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case

Court Honors Winners of Law Day Art Contest with Showcase and Prizes

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:00:47 -0700

Court awarded first, second and third prize winners in poster contest held for participants at The James Ranch and Juvenile Hall

May 13 - 17: Juror Appreciation Week

Mon, 13 May 2013 07:59:59 -0700

The Court honors Santa Clara County jurors for their contribution to the pursuit of justice.

Court Appoints Edward F. Mills as New Commissioner

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:20:16 -0700

The Court has appointed longtime Family Court Settlement Officer Edward F. Mills as its newest commissioner.

Juvenile Justice Court Proceedings

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:18:04 -0700

Court memo summarizing some of the law related to proceedings in Juvenile Justice Court.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:32:22 -0700

New documents posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 4/18/13.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 07:21:16 -0700

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 4/4/13.

Proposed Changes to Local Rules of Court Posted for Public Review and Comment

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 14:49:47 -0800

Updated Local Rules of Court for July 1, 2013 have been posted for public review. Comments will be accepted through April 17, 2013.

Read Across America

Fri, 1 Mar 2013 12:02:36 -0800

Judges Serve Up a Little Green Eggs and Ham to Local Students

Request for Proposal Posted - Voice Communications System

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:44:29 -0800

Proposals are due April 25, 2013 no later than 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time.

Deadline Extended for Civil Grand Jury Applications

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 12:23:08 -0800

The application deadline for the 2013-2014 Civil Grand Jury has been extended until Friday, March 22, 2013. Information and applications are on the Civil Grand Jury page of the Court's website.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 13:27:32 -0800

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 2/20/13.

Criminal Bail Schedule Posted

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 09:41:50 -0800

The local 2013 Criminal Bail Schedule has been posted on the court website.

Traffic Bail Schedule Posted

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 14:17:54 -0800

The local 2013 Traffic Bail Schedule has been posted on the court website.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 13:50:13 -0800

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 2/6/13.

National Parent Program Expands in Santa Clara County

Wed, 6 Feb 2013 07:30:08 -0800

Step-by-step training program for parents of strong willed or out-of-control teens teaches how to change destructive behavior.

Recruitment Begins for Santa Clara County’s Top Citizen Watchdogs

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 19:23:13 -0800

Court seeks volunteers for 2013-14 Civil Grand Jury; deadline to submit applications is Friday, March 8, 2013.

Juvenile Justice Commission Report on the Santa Clara County Receiving, Assessment and Intake Center

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:50:15 -0800

The JJC inspection report, including observations and recommendations, on the County RAIC has been posted on the Court's website.

Agency Responses Posted to Civil Grand Jury Report

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:06:37 -0800

The South Santa Clara Valley War Memorial Committee's response and the Local Agency Formation Commission of Santa Clara County response to the Civil Grand Jury report "The South Santa Clara Valley Memorial Special District Continues to Fall Short of Good Governance" have been posted.

The Court Thanks Judge Loftus for His Laudable Leadership and Service during His Tenure at Helm

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 15:37:24 -0800

On New Year’s Day, Hon. Brian C. Walsh became Presiding Judge and Hon. Risë Pichon became Assistant Presiding Judge.

Local Fee Schedule Updated

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 17:11:32 -0800

A revised version of the Court's Local Fee Schedule has been posted to the Court website.

Local Rules of Court Updated

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 17:10:51 -0800

January 1 updates to Local Rules of Court and form attachments have been posted to the Court's website.

Santa Clara County’s Longest Serving Judge Passes

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 07:25:20 -0800

Judge Paul Teilh served as a Santa Clara County judge from 1966 to 2010

Criminal Calendars Posted Online

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:19:48 -0800

Calendars for criminal cases are now posted daily to the court website.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:19:04 -0800

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 12/12/12. Next court date is Feb. 6, 2013, 9:30 am.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:49:33 -0800

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 12/10/12. Next court date is Dec. 12th, 9:30 am.

Intent to Award

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:44:12 -0800

Court announces the awarding of the Drug Testing Provider for Family Law Treatment Court RFP to Global Drug Testing Labs, Inc.

Night Court

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:31:06 -0800

New Traffic Night Court Hours Begin in January 2013

Adoption Day at Court

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:29:20 -0800

30 New Families Begin Today in Santa Clara County

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:46:45 -0800

First Amended Complaint document posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 11/14/12.

Public Comments & Changes to Local Rule re: Fiduciary Fees

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 13:49:50 -0800

Public comment period closed for changes to local rule addressing private professional fiduciary fees. Judges voted to adopt minor changes that resulted from public input.

Santa Clara County Superior Court Offers Last Resort Option For Registered Voters Finding Trouble at the Polls

Tue, 6 Nov 2012 07:03:50 -0800

Registered voters believing they are being denied their right to vote can file a Petition to Compel Voter Registration with the Court.

Request for Proposal Posted - Destruction Log Digitization

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:01:12 -0700

Proposals are due November 15th, 2012 no later than 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time.

Request for Proposal Posted - Drug Testing Provider for Family Law Treatment Court

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:15:14 -0700

The Court seeks the services of a person or entity with expertise in random drug testing for the criminal justice system. Proposals are due November 5th, 2012 no later than 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time.

Court Appoints General Counsel

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 14:55:33 -0700

The Superior Court in Santa Clara County has appointed Lisa Herrick as General Counsel.

Proposed Changes to Local Rules of Court Posted for Public Review

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 11:46:59 -0700

Updated Local Rules of Court for January 1, 2013 have been posted for public review and feedback, with a deadline for comments of Nov. 4th, 2012.

Public Notice of FY 2012-2013 Trial Court Baseline Budget

Tue, 2 Oct 2012 06:46:24 -0700

Public Notice of FY 2012-2013 Trial Court Baseline Budget has been posted. Please submit comments to AB973feedback@scscourt.org.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 08:17:54 -0700

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 9/26/12. Next court date is Tuesday October 30th, 2:00 p.m., in Department 23.

Agency Responses Posted to Civil Grand Jury Reports

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 08:15:42 -0700

Responses to the following Civil Grand Jury Reports were posted:
Change Starts at the Top in Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Resuscitation
An Analysis of Pension and Other Post Employment Benefits
Continuity in Fire Service Delivery

Court Strengthens Rules for Private Professional Fiduciary Fees

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:06:17 -0700

Judges unanimously pass changes to the Court’s Local Rule governing private professional fiduciary (PPF) fee approval.

Court Elects New Leadership for 2013-15 Term

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:04:25 -0700

Court elected new leadership for the 2013-15 term, with Assistant Presiding Judge Brian Walsh elevated to Presiding Judge and Judge Risë Pichon named new Assistant Presiding Judge.

Agency Response Posted to Civil Grand Jury Reports

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:02:55 -0700

The City of Mountain View's response to the Civil Grand Jury report "An Analysis of Pension and Other Post Employment Benefits" has been posted.

Court Begins Transition to Electronic Records

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 14:20:47 -0700

The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara’s Probate Division began implementing the Court Electronic Record File (CERF) document management system, which allows for electronic scanning and storing of all documents submitted for filing.

Juvenile Justice Commission Report Posted

Fri, 3 Aug 2012 09:22:10 -0700

The March 2012 JJC Inspection Report on the Genesis Group Home in Gilroy has been posted on the Court's JJC web page.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Fri, 3 Aug 2012 09:16:14 -0700

Notice of Motion to Release Documents Pursuant to Subpoena Duces Tecum document posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case, filed 7/30/12.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:48:13 -0700

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case. The next scheduled court date is August 29, 2012, 2:00 p.m. in Department 23.

Santa Clara County Judges Initiate First Changes in Requirements for Reimbursement of Private Professional Fiduciaries Fees

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:39:11 -0700

On Wednesday, July 25, the Court convened a task force to address concerns raised regarding the fees charged in conservatorships by private professional fiduciaries.

The task force, chaired by Assistant Presiding Judge Brian Walsh, discussed guidelines proposed by the Court to address claims of inequities in compensation for private professional fiduciaries in some cases.

Updated List of Civil Grand Jurors

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 16:32:12 -0700

An updated list (rev. 7/24/12) of the Civil Grand Jury 2012-13 members has been posted to the Court website.

FAQs Posted re: Deposit of Advance Jury Fees

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 13:55:28 -0700

Answers posted to frequently asked questions regarding the deposit of advance jury fees for court reporting services under one hour.

Proposed Changes to Local Rules of Court Posted for Public Review

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:51:13 -0700

The updated Local Rules of Court for January 1, 2013 have been posted for public review and feedback.

New Courthouse Approved

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:57:34 -0700

Santa Clara’s new courthouse approved in State’s last minute budget negotiations.

Court Appoints Assistant CEO

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 08:01:22 -0700

Court appoints Lisa Galdos as the Assistant Court Executive Officer.

2012-13 Civil Grand Jury

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:12:47 -0700

Impanelment ceremony and new members for 2012-13

Civil Grand Jury Report Posted

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:33:26 -0700

Report title: Custody or Rehabilitation? The County's Approach to Women Inmates at Elmwood

Civil Grand Jury Report Posted

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 13:06:13 -0700

Report title: The South Santa Clara Valley Memorial Special District Continues to Fall Short of Good Governance

Civil Grand Jury Reports Posted

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 14:46:41 -0700

Report titles:
San Jose's City Hall -- A Promise Kept or a Promise Broken?
AB 109/AB 117 Realignment: Is Santa Clara County Ready for Prison Reform?
How Santa Clara County Decides to Lease Property at Below Fair Market Rates

2012-2013 Civil Grand Jury - Holdovers and Finalists

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 14:41:18 -0700

The Honorable Richard J. Loftus, Jr., Presiding Judge of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, has announced the names of the final candidates for the 2012-2013 Civil Grand Jury. Judge Loftus has selected three members from the 2011-2012 Grand Jury to serve a second term.

Court Appoints New Public Information Officer

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 15:10:50 -0700

Joseph Macaluso will begin on June 25, 2012 as the new Superior Court Public Information Officer.

Civil Grand Jury Reports Posted

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:26:38 -0700

Report titles:
Change Starts at the Top in Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Resuscitation
Community-Based Organizations: Partners in the Community

Civil Grand Jury Reports Posted

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 12:31:36 -0700

Report titles:
An Analysis of Pension and Other Post Employment Benefits
County Updates the Look and Feel of Its Website Without Attention to Content

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Thu, 7 Jun 2012 11:03:13 -0700

Minute Order posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case. Next court date currently scheduled is July 31, 2012, 9:30 a.m., in Department 23. July 10, 2012, 2:00 p.m. court date in Department 23, has been vacated.

Electronic Access to Case Documents for People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Wed, 6 Jun 2012 11:44:50 -0700

Press release regarding remote electronic access on the Court website to documents from this high profile case.

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Wed, 6 Jun 2012 11:44:40 -0700

Request for Calendar Setting posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case

People vs Antolin Garcia-Torres

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 13:45:00 -0700

New documents posted in the People vs Garcia-Torres case

Civil Grand Jury Report Posted

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 13:42:57 -0700

Report title: Veterans Memorial Restoration: Preserving History & Restoring Pride

Civil Grand Jury Report Posted

Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:03:22 -0700

Report title: Continuity in Fire Service Delivery

After-Hours Court Relief on Election Day June 5, 2012

Mon, 4 Jun 2012 11:49:08 -0700

Information is on the Court website for those seeking help with protecting important rights on Election Day, Tuesday, June 5, 2012.

Traffic Amnesty Program Ends June 30, 2012

Mon, 4 Jun 2012 11:46:02 -0700

Certain unpaid traffic tickets are eligible for a 50 percent reduction if the fine is paid within the six-month amnesty period. Eligibility information is on the Court website, http://www.scscourt.org/self_help/traffic/amnesty_program.shtml.The Amnesty Program ends June 30th.

Civil Grand Jury Report Posted

Wed, 30 May 2012 13:05:53 -0700

Report title: Luther Burbank School District Misses the Mark in its Response to the Grand Jury

Notice of Intent to Provide Remote Electronic Access to Case Information: People vs. Antolin Garcia-Torres Case

Fri, 25 May 2012 09:37:15 -0700

See the notice for more information.

National AmeriCorps Week

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:25:04 -0700

In honor of National AmeriCorps Week, the Court, in partnership with the California Administrative Office of the Courts, will host Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren at the Court’s legal Self-Help Center in Downtown San Jose, on Thursday, March 15.

Proposed Local Rules for July 1, 2012

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:32:59 -0800

Proposed changes to the local rules and forms to be posted on July 1, 2012 are now online for public review.

Discovery Tentative Rulings

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:30:04 -0800

Tentative rulings for the Dept. 18 Friday discovery calendars are now being posted online on Thursdays.

Local Rules and Forms for 1/1/12 Posted

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 09:03:48 -0800

Updates to the local rules and forms effective Jan. 1, 2012 have been posted to the Court's website.

Traffic Amnesty Program Jan. 1 - June 30, 2012

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 12:38:23 -0800

Beginning January 1, 2012, violators who have old unpaid traffic tickets may be eligible for the Court's Amnesty Program. Certain unpaid traffic tickets are eligible for a 50 percent reduction if the fine is paid within the six-month amnesty period.

News Release Regarding Traffic Court Hours

Wed, 7 Dec 2011 14:50:22 -0800

A news release was issued and posted on the Court website regarding an upcoming change in business hours at the Traffic Court (Santa Clara) Clerk’s Office, effective February 6, 2012

Juvenile Justice Commission Annual Report Posted

Wed, 7 Dec 2011 14:49:16 -0800

The 2010/11 Annual Report has been posted on the JJC web page.

Adoption Day at Court Nov. 18

Wed, 9 Nov 2011 10:45:57 -0800

Superior Court, in partnership with the Santa Clara County Department of Social Services, is pleased to announce that it will be taking part in National Adoption Day, an annual event in which courts and communities in all fifty states come together to finalize thousands of adoptions of children and to celebrate all families that adopt.

Criminal Justice Realignment - New Web Page

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:56:13 -0700

A new page has been created on the Court's website with information and resources regarding the Criminal Justice Realignment Act in California.

Agencies Respond to Civil Grand Jury Reports

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:09:59 -0700

Responses from various agencies, including cities within Santa Clara County, have been posted. The agencies are responding to Civil Grand Jury reports issued earlier this year.

Court Warns of Imposter Posing as Court Employee

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:17:56 -0700

A news release has been posted on the Court's website to warn the public of an imposter posing as a Court employee.

Online Criminal Index Extended Through 2004

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:48:06 -0700

The searchable criminal index now includes information on cases filed beginning in 2004.

Court Posting List of Bail Bonds

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:03:33 -0700

The Bail Bonds Filed Report is a monthly summary of bail bonds filed in the Criminal Division.

Law and Motion Tentative Rulings Now Online for Departments 2 and 8

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 14:55:41 -0800

Tentative Rulings are now being posted on Mondays and Wednesdays for the next day's Law and Motion calendars, for both Department 2 (Judge Patricia M. Lucas) and Department 8 (Judge Peter H. Kirwan).

Self Help Videos Now Available

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 08:16:46 -0800

The Court has created Self Help videos on mediation in the area of limited civil, unlawful detainer, and small claims cases. The videos are on YouTube and are linked to the new Self Help Videos page on the Court's website.

Court Launches Middle School Education Court (MSEC)

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 09:12:59 -0800

The MSEC seeks to improve the education outcome of middle school foster youth through system-wide collaboration and accountability by bringing all the agencies responsible for the care and education of foster youth under one umbrella: the Court.

Court Announces Relocation of Small Claims Court

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:12:10 -0800

As of April 4, Small Claims Court will be relocated from the Santa Clara Courthouse to Downtown Superior Court (DTS) in San Jose.

Court-Community Leadership Program

Sun, 9 Jan 2011 10:59:20 -0800

A newly created outreach program has been developed to link the resources and services between the Court and Community Representatives in order to expand and enhance the access and understanding of the legal system to the many diverse populations of Santa Clara County.