#CourtReform is ESSENTIAL. Are Dem leaders listening and ready to put this on the agenda ASAP when they regain control? @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social @schumer.senate.gov @robertgarcia.bsky.social No modest measures or waffling. We need INSTITUTIONAL change!

County accepts $500,000 state grant to help suspended drivers regain licenses through court program A state grant of $500,000 will fund an Operation Drive program administered through district courts to help suspended drivers regain legal status via case management, rides and attorney assistance; staff said there is no county match and the program aims to reduce misdemeanor outcomes tied to driving infractions.

Oakland County is set to transform lives with a $500,000 grant aimed at helping suspended drivers regain their legal status and avoid misdemeanor charges through innovative support programs.

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Until we purge it, we will continue to pay the price of racism, bigotry, and misogyny handed down in the rulings of judges and justices who have not only enabled it but, in many cases, reveled in it. The systemic nature of these scourges is sustained only because of those on the bench.

#CourtReform

Alito is nothing more than a MAGA hack. You can predict his arguments and rulings for any issue before they even argue the case. #CourtReform

Power is reshaping the judiciary quietly. 
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#JudicialIndependence #FixDemocracyFirst #RuleOfLaw #DemocracyInCrisis #CourtReform #InstitutionalTrust #SupremeCourtWatch #ChecksAndBalances #CivicEngagement #BoricuaBC2

Bill would create court-unification task force to study fragmented system Second substitute HB 1909 would create a court-unification task force to study Washington's varied court rules, funding and technology; sponsor Rep. Jamila Taylor argued the study would improve access to justice and the Washington State Bar Association agreed to convene the process.

A new bill aims to unify Washington's fragmented court system, promising improved access to justice for all, especially those without legal representation.

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#WA #CitizenPortal #AccessToJustice #LegalRepresentation #CourtReform

2026 Election Threat Model: Seizures, Opacity, Intimidation Evidence-based threat model for 2026: chain-of-custody seizures, evidence denial, and intimidation—plus what to do now to defend elections.

Wolverines: stay disciplined. Make them operate in daylight. That’s where authoritarians choke.
#ElectionDefense, #RuleOfLaw, #VoterRights, #CourtReform, #Democracy, #Wolverines
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Judiciary asks for $82.9 million in FY27 budget, seeks higher sheriff pay and new trainers to reduce backlog The judiciary told the Senate Appropriations Committee on Feb. 20 it is seeking a 5.6% FY27 increase to $82.9 million, funding for one help‑desk analyst, statewide trainers, conversion of limited‑service positions and a sheriff contract-rate increase the Sheriffs Association is requesting.

The Vermont judiciary is pushing for an $82.9 million budget to tackle case backlogs, improve court security, and enhance support staff—will the Senate approve this crucial funding?

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#VT #VermontJudiciary #CitizenPortal #BudgetAccountability #PublicSafety #CourtReform

New York's $330 million estate battle sparks court controversy - Yes Punjab News $330M Queens estate battle sparks claims of court misconduct and political influence; case now before NY Appellate Division.

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#EstateDispute #QueensCourt #NewYorkLaw #ProbateCase #JudicialControversy #CourtReform #LegalNews #NYCourts #AppellateDivision #DueProcess #USNews

They created this monster with their blatant, unforgivable immunity ruling. That set the permission structure for every other illegal act. And Alito & Thomas don’t even pretend to respect the rule of law. #CourtReform is essential ASAP.

Committee backs HJR 15 to give courts new sanction option and faster protection for government attorneys The House Rules Committee unanimously adopted a first substitute and favorably recommended HJR 15, which adds a charitable-contribution sanction option under Rule 11 and creates a faster dismissal and fee remedy under Rule 41 for attorneys sued for representing government entities.

The Utah House Rules Committee has made a groundbreaking move by recommending a new resolution that could reshape how courts handle sanctions and dismissals for attorneys representing government entities.

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#UT #AccessToJustice #CitizenPortal #LegalAidSupport #CourtReform

Chief Administrative Judge tells Legislature the courts are recovering but seeks funds for e-filing, problem-solving courts and civil legal services Chief Administrative Judge Joseph Zayas told the joint fiscal committees the Unified Court System is restoring staff and expanding e-filing and problem-solving courts, and asked for an operating increase and targeted investments; legislators pressed him on courthouse encounters with ICE, after Zayas said courthouses recorded 58 federal law‑enforcement appearances in 2025, with 4 arrests.

New York's court system is on the mend, but Chief Judge Joseph Zayas warns it needs $150 million more to sustain crucial initiatives like e-filing and family court access.

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#NY #CitizenPortal #AccessToJustice #TransparencyInGovernance #NewYorkCourts #CourtReform

LSC podcast: experts say surge in debt-collection suits exploits unrepresented defendants and urge court and legislative fixes On a Legal Services Corporation podcast recorded March 22, experts said the sharp rise in debt-collection lawsuits — often brought by repeat plaintiffs against unrepresented defendants — produces defaults and economic harm and recommended reforms such as eliminating defendant filing fees, requiring proof before default judgments, and limiting collector contacts.

The surge in debt-collection lawsuits is creating a crisis for unrepresented defendants, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities and leading to alarming default rates.

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#US #CitizenPortal #ConsumerDebt #CourtReform

Sherri Eisenpress didn’t retire. She ran. After years of secret trips, fundraisers, and conflicts, the judge fled before public reckoning. Families deserve justice—not a quiet exit. #EndJudicialImmunity #JudicialCorruption
#FamilyCourtCrisis
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#Eisenpress #CourtReform #Lawfare

Bill would let courts order parents into services at shelter‑care hearings; supporters say it keeps children safe, opponents warn of service gaps Senate Bill 6,308 would permit courts to order parents of young children released at shelter‑care hearings to participate in services or evaluations necessary to maintain safety in the home, and prevent those conditions being used as admissions of abuse at fact‑finding; proponents say it preserves children safely at home, opponents and in‑home providers say services and access are insufficient.

A new bill could change the landscape of child safety in Washington by allowing courts to mandate parental participation in services during shelter-care hearings, but will it provide the protection kids need?

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#WA #FamilySupport #CourtReform #CitizenPortal #ChildSafety

What Courtwatch Reveals About Delays, Efficiency, and Justice (Part 2) - The science intersection In the second part of this interview, we continue our conversation with Courtwatch about what volunteers observe when they sit in on magistrates’ courts across England and Wales.This episode focuses o...

Court delays aren’t just frustrating they affect justice for everyone involved.

We talk court watching, inefficiency, and what volunteers are actually seeing in magistrates’ courts 👇

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#JusticeSystem #Courts #CriminalJustice #AccessToJustice
#CourtReform

Committee advances a slate of bills on elections, courts and campaign finance The Senate Judiciary and Elections Committee moved a series of bills and referrals forward on a range of topics — from campaign funds for personal security and attorney‑licensing to limits on courthouse appointments — often by narrow votes. Sponsors said the measures are administrative or reform‑oriented; opponents raised concerns about access, transparency and costs.

A series of contentious bills aimed at reforming campaign finance, court appointments, and election transparency are advancing in Arizona, sparking heated debates over their potential impacts.

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#AZ #ArizonaElections #CampaignFinance #CourtReform #TransparencyIssues

What legal rights do you have in encounters with ICE? Legal experts weigh in What rights do you have if you’re stopped by ICE on the street? Or if immigration agents come to your home? Can you sue if your rights are violated? Legal experts weigh in.

Yes. There is still a Constitution and a #4thAmendment, but from #KavanaughStops to “Administrative Warrants” the Regime and it’s packed, corrupt, extremist #SCOTUS have twisted the Law to favor White Supremacy and Authoritarianism‼️

Nothing short of major #CourtReform can solve this!
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Precisely no one should be surprised by this. 🙄

We need major reforms to our judiciary.

#SupremeCourt #Oligarchy #CourtReform

🎁🔗 We all need to be this clear about the battle we face: “The Constitution of the Roberts #SCOTUS is not color-blind. It is a Constitution that permits discrimination on the basis of race, but forbids alleviating discrimination on the basis of race.” #CourtReform
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Is anyone still pretending this #SCOTUS is legitimate? A farce begging for #CourtReform ASAP. @whitehouse.senate.gov @robertgarcia.bsky.social @schiff.senate.gov @hirono.senate.gov @blumenthal.senate.gov

#CourtReform

If I had to choose between a jury and a judge my first response would be to go for a professional judge.

Then I’d remember that 62% of senior judges are public school and privileged.

Nah. Better to take my chances with a jury of ordinary people who live in Normal Street.

Bar Association adopts FY2026 legislative priorities, pledges continued support for public defense funding The Bar Association voted unanimously to adopt its FY2026 legislative priorities, reaffirming support for public defense funding and continued study of a non‑unified court system (House Bill 1909). The slate was presented by Sanjay and carried without opposition.

The Bar Association has officially adopted its FY2026 legislative priorities, ensuring unwavering support for public defense funding and a critical study on court system inequities.

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#WA #CitizenPortal #DisabilityAccess #PublicDefense #CourtReform

We need Supreme Court reform. The Constitution says justices serve during good behavior. It does not define what that means. Congress should pass reform, and if SCOTUS rules against it, that should trigger expansion of the court. Congress has clear power to expand the court.
#scotus #courtreform

Third Circuit, defense attorneys urge $3.3–$3.5M increase to retain juvenile counsel in Wayne County Third Circuit Court and local defense attorneys told the Ways and Means committee the county needs an additional $3.3–$3.5 million for juvenile attorney compensation to stop attrition; staff said funding analysis is underway and county finance aims to identify sources for 2026 but court and bar urged faster action.

Wayne County's juvenile court faces a crisis as attorneys retire and caseloads soar, with a $3.5 million funding boost urgently needed to retain legal counsel.

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#WayneCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #WayneCountyJuvenileDefense #AttorneyFunding #JuvenileLaw #CourtReform

SCOTUS blocked a lower court’s ruling that Trump must release Congress-approved SNAP emergency funds.

If we had no other reason to wipe Republicans from the electoral map next year this Supreme Court would be enough!!! #courtreform

Assigned-counsel bills surge as county and defense offices seek ways to curb costs At a Montgomery County budget workshop, legislators and defense office representatives discussed rapidly rising costs for conflict and assigned counsel, citing state mandates, higher usage driven by court procedures and low state reimbursement rates that leave county budgets strained.

Montgomery County officials are grappling with skyrocketing assigned counsel costs that could surpass $1 million this year, driven by rising case numbers and state mandates.

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#NY #CitizenPortal #PublicDefense #BudgetAccountability #MontgomeryCounty #CourtReform

But the upshot is that, more than any of the first 28 applications from the Trump administration, Trump v. Illinois is a make-or-break moment for this Court. www.stevevladeck.com/p/184-the-ma... @stevevladeck.bsky.social #CourtReform #ReformtheSupremeCourt

#ReformtheSupremeCourt #CourtReform