News & Media
News for the Public and the Press
See the list of current and archived news releases. Also see the Extraordinary Criminal Cases page .
Policies, Procedures, Laws and Forms related to the Court and the Media
The court is committed to providing access to the courtroom and court records as permitted by law, while protecting confidentiality as needed in the pursuit of justice.
Forms for the press: see our Media Information page
- Access to public records - refer to:
- Photographing, recording, and broadcasting in court - refer to:
- Media coverage of court proceedings - refer to:
- Local General Rule 2
- Amended General Order RE: Expressive Activity Order Signed 6/29/2023
- Standing Order Re: Use of Recording Devices in Courthouse Facilities and Over Audio or Video Platforms Order Signed 3/13/2023
News Releases
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Family Justice Center Courthouse Closed Temporarily Due to Power Failure
News ReleaseApril 15, 2024 -
Family Justice Center Courthouse Resumes Operations Following Power Outage
News ReleaseApril 03, 2024 -
Young Women’s Power Lunch
News ReleaseMarch 29, 2024 -
The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, Proudly Announces the Appointment of Three New Judges
News ReleaseMarch 13, 2024 -
The Superior Court Celebrates 2024 Read Across Santa Clara County
News ReleaseMarch 05, 2024 -
Color of Justice: Imagine Your Path to Justice
News ReleaseFebruary 23, 2024 -
Service Interruption Notice: Temporary Maintenance of Online Services
News ReleaseFebruary 16, 2024 -
Santa Clara County Superior Court Issues Clarification on 2024 Election Mailings
News ReleaseFebruary 09, 2024 -
The Santa Clara County Superior Court Issues Urgent Warning Regarding Jury Scams
News ReleaseJanuary 25, 2024 -
Santa Clara County Superior Court Implements New Policies for Bench Warrants and Arrest Warrant Arraignments
News ReleaseDecember 19, 2023 -
Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara Introduces Hearing Reminder Service (HRS) for Court Users
NoticeDecember 06, 2023 -
Superior Court Seeks Qualified Attorneys to serve as Temporary Judges
NoticeNovember 30, 2023 -
Recruitment for the 2024-25 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury Begins
News ReleaseNovember 27, 2023 -
Post Release: Adoption Day 2023
News ReleaseNovember 17, 2023 -
Adoption Day 2023: Connecting Foster Children with Long Awaited Forever Homes
NoticeNovember 16, 2023 -
2023 Educator’s Day at the Court: Court and Community Working Together
News ReleaseOctober 31, 2023