Judicial

Understanding the Court System (PDF file)

The Judicial Selection Process (PDF file)

California Court System:
California Courts - The Judicial Branch of California: This website has information on all California Courts and other Organizations, as well as resources to assist in legal issues. www.courtinfo.ca.gov
Structure of the California Court System (PDF file)

Federal Court System: www.uscourts.gov
Structure of the Federal Courts (PDF file)

United States Supreme Court www.supremecourtus.gov

For more election information click here www.smartvoter.org

Judicial Resources:

State of California Commission on Judicial Performance
At this website you can get information to file a complaint about a California Judge/Justice. Complaints must be in writing & mailed to Commission. This website also lists public dismissals/discipline of judges. www.cjp.ca.gov

Independent Courts for All Americans
This website provides current information and the latest news on nomination to the federal bench. www.independentjudiciary.com

Alliance for Justice
This website is also part of the independent judiciary website. At this website you can search each individual district (by clicking on a state) for a list of all current judges as well as nominees & vacancies. www.allianceforjustice.org

Legal Services of Northern California
A great resource on California and federal law, as well as information on programs such as CalWORKS, food stamps, welfare and fair housing. www.lsnc.net