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Judges and Judiciary,
Criminal

Apr. 30, 2020

Chief justice extends criminal trials another 30 days

Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye initially ordered a 60-day extension on March 23. The order issued Wednesday brings the total pandemic-related extension to 90 days.

Superior courts have more time to delay criminal trials under a new order by California Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye, though she urged judges to hold trials as soon as possible, including through remote technology.

Wednesday's order adds 30 days to the already extended deadline, bringing the total pandemic-related extension to 90 days.

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