Providing Access to Justice by Ensuring Oversight and Quality Control in California’s Appointed Appellate Counsel System.
Announcements
Need Your Client Added to the CDCR SB 483 List?
If, during your review of an appellate record, you discover your client has a qualifying Penal Code section 667.5, subdivision (b) enhancement that was imposed or stayed, but the client is not on the CDCR list of potentially eligible defendants that was sent to the superior courts, you can now email the CDCR directly to request they be added to the list.
Email your request and any supporting documentation to the CDCR at cdcr-dai-sb483inquiry@cdcr.ca.gov.
Transition to New Payment Vendor for Claims
Recently, CAPLA received notification of the schedule for this transition. This is a very big move for the Judicial Branch! Starting next week, the JCC will begin the transition to ADP for claims payments. The attached memo explains what we know about the transition at this point, how it is expected to proceed and the expected benefit of switching to ADP. Please check back for further updates next week.
Upcoming MCLE Opportunities
Use of Technology for Cloud Computing & Remote Work – Dec. 3, 2024, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Online via Zoom – Advanced Registration is Required
Hosted by ADI. Staff Attorney Christine Johnson will discuss the issue of technical competence as it relates to remote work and the use of cloud storage.
*1.0 hour of Technology & Law MCLE credit is offered for this training.
Attorneys Wanted
Join the Panel for Indigent Representation with Flexibility and Impact!
- Are you passionate about justice and ensuring fair legal representation for all?
- Are you a new attorney looking to start an appellate career with training opportunities and case assistance?
- Are you a seasoned attorney looking to shift gears and bring your expertise to a more flexible and fulfilling practice?
