Panel approves court tool to move domestic‑violence victims off shared wireless plans The committee adopted an amendment to allow courts to transfer billing authority or issue substitute numbers for victims on shared cell plans, waive filing fees and order confidentiality; sponsors say the change helps victims cut an abuser’s access to their communications.

A groundbreaking amendment in Minnesota could empower domestic abuse victims to break free from shared wireless plans, giving them control over their communication once and for all.

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County attorney presents agreement for deputy public defenders to cover Cheney first appearances Colin Charbonneau described a proposed agreement for deputy public defenders to attend Cheney district court first appearances (estimated ~80 per year) to advise on probable cause and release conditions; the arrangement is hourly, renewable annually and will be placed on next Tuesday’s consent agenda.

Cheney district court is set to change the game for defendants by ensuring they have legal representation at critical first appearances—could this be the breakthrough justice needs?

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Senate approves expansion of Utah courts, adds justices and judges amid debate over cost and politicization The Utah Senate passed Second Substitute Senate Bill 134 on Jan. 26, 2026, voting 21–8 to add Supreme Court justices, Court of Appeals judges and district court judges plus staff; proponents cited record appellate caseloads, opponents warned of cost and politicization.

The Utah Senate has just approved a controversial bill to expand the judiciary with new justices and judges, sparking a heated debate over costs and potential politicization.

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Committee approves broader court funding package including additions to appellate and district benches; Supreme Court expansion draws opposition Senate Bill 134 would add judges and staff across Utah’s judiciary — two Supreme Court justices, two Court of Appeals justices and three district judges among other staff — and carries an ongoing fiscal estimate in the millions. The committee approved the package (7–2) after extensive public comment urging that resources instead go to lower-court staffing.

Utah's judiciary is on the brink of a major overhaul as Senate Bill 134 proposes adding judges and staff to tackle growing caseloads, but not without fierce debate over the potential risks of expanding the Supreme Court.

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Marathon County judges and staff warn attorney shortages are slowing cases, canceling court dates Judge O'Neil told the Public Safety Committee that shortages in prosecutors and public defenders have grown worse, forcing at least one court cancellation and prompting renewed local efforts on recruitment and case‑processing reforms.

Marathon County is facing a crisis as attorney shortages have forced the cancellation of court dates, leaving justice hanging in the balance.

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We Can't Have Justice For All Without Public Transit For All — Streetsblog USA A Philadelphia lawyer makes the case for why public transit is crucial for a fair justice system.

Philadelphia Bar Association warns SEPTA cuts could limit court access, hurt jury diversity, and widen justice gaps, stressing public transit’s key role in ensuring fairness for all.

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Rumour has it that the Ontario AG has rescinded zoom access to court rooms (some exceptions). Apparently they have a porn problem.
There are ways to prevent that, but it's typical - this gov will not spend the money to make things work properly.

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South Houston improves court access! New court forms are now available, making the legal process easier to navigate for residents. #SouthHouston #CourtAccess #LegalForms #Accessibility #LocalNews Link

Legislature amends Chapter 258B to enhance victim's rights in legal proceedings New amendments grant victims more rights to participate in court proceedings.

Victims in Massachusetts now have stronger rights to actively participate in court proceedings, marking a significant shift in the legal landscape.

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Fairfield County Clerk of Courts, Lancaster, Ohio The Fairfield County Clerk of Courts is the “keeper of the records” and is the public’s gateway to the Court system.

☕ Web Chick Update – eFiling System Coming Soon!
📄 Fairfield County Clerk of Courts will soon launch a new eFiling System to streamline legal submissions and document access. Stay tuned!

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Minnesota House approves $4M court funding and public safety budget House passes public safety budget with $4M for automated court access system.

Minnesota lawmakers just passed a pivotal public safety budget, including $4 million to revolutionize court access—ensuring safety while keeping costs in check!

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The Supreme Court’s Decision in Lackey v. Stinnie and What It Means for Plaintiffs’ Access to Courts | Stanford Law School The Supreme Court’s Decision in Lackey v. Stinnie and What It Means for Plaintiffs’ Access to Courts On Tuesday, February 25th, the U.S. Supreme

Our codirector Prof. Nora Freeman Engstrom and Civil Justice Fellow Kelsea Jeon, JD ‘25, are featured in a recent Q&A session on the Supreme Court’s Decision in Lackey v. Stinnie. law.stanford.edu/2025/03/03/t...
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House committee debates Judges Act of 2025 to address federal court vacancies Committee members discuss proposed Judges Act to create 66 new district court judgeships.

The U.S. House Committee is at a crossroads, debating a pivotal bill that could reshape the federal judiciary and address critical court vacancies.

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