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Oct. 13, 2026

Martinez's eviction ruling reaches high court ahead of retention vote

Presiding Justice Gonzalo C. Martinez, Jr., whose L.A. eviction ruling is before the California Supreme Court, has written opinions on government authority, consumer fees and environmental review as he faces voters Nov. 3.

Martinez's eviction ruling reaches high court ahead of retention vote
Presiding Justice Gonzalo C. Martinez, Jr.

Los Angeles can bar landlords from evicting tenants who owe less than a month's rent, Presiding Justice Gonzalo C. Martinez, Jr.,of the 2nd District Court of Appeal ruled, rejecting apartment owners' argument that state law forbids it. The California Supreme Court is now reviewing that decision as Martinez seeks voters' approval of a full 12-year term.

Writing for Division 7 in Apartment Assn. of Los Angeles County, Inc. v. City of Los Angeles (2026), Martinez...

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