Temporary Suspension of Jury Trials
The United States District Court for the Central District of California announces a temporary suspension of all jury trials for a period of three weeks, effective immediately. There is currently an alarming surge of COVID-19 cases nationwide and in...
Extension of CARES Act
The United States District Court for the Central District of California has extended its authority pursuant to the provisions of the CARES Act through March 28, 2022. Therefore, the Court announces the following regarding its operations.
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Holiday Schedule
On Friday, December 24, 2021, the United States District Court, Central District of California, will be closed in recognition of the Christmas holiday.
Regular service will resume on Monday, December 27, 2021.
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Thanksgiving Day
On Thursday, November 25, 2021 and Friday, November 26, 2021, the United States District Court, Central District of California, will be closed in recognition of the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
Normal service will resume on Monday, November 29, 2021...
New and Amended Local Rules Effective December 1, 2021
The new and amended local rules listed below will become effective December 1, 2021. A redlined version of these rules, as well as a complete copy of the Local Civil Rules that will be effective December 1, 2021, are available on the Court’s website...
Veterans Day
On Thursday, November 11, 2021, the United States District Court, in Los Angeles, Santa Ana and Riverside, will be closed in recognition of Veterans Day.
Normal service will resume on Friday, November 12, 2021.
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Extension of CARES Act
The United States District Court for the Central District of California has extended its authority pursuant to the provisions of the CARES Act through January 14, 2022. Therefore, the Court announces the following regarding its operations.
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Notice of Policy Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing
The United States District Court for the Central District of California had adopted a policy regarding COVID-19 vaccinations and testing. The policy is necessary to combat the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health and safety of the Court’s...
Columbus Day
On Monday, October 11, 2021, the United States District Court, in Los Angeles, Santa Ana and Riverside, will be closed in recognition of Columbus Day.
Normal service will resume on Tuesday, October 12, 2021.
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Labor Day
On Monday, September 6, 2021, the United States District Court, in Los Angeles, Santa Ana and Riverside, will be closed in recognition of Labor Day.
Normal service will resume on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.
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Extension of CARES Act
The United States District Court for the Central District of California has extended its authority pursuant to the provisions of the CARES Act through October 15, 2021. Therefore, the Court announces the following regarding its operations.
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Wearing of Face Coverings or Masks
Pursuant to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s most recent update to its mask guidance, all individuals, regardless of vaccination status seeking entry to, or occupying, the United States Courthouses or Probation and Pretrial Services...
Annual Bar Membership Renewal Fee
Pursuant to General Order No. 21-05, the annual renewal fee of $25 is due on September 1 of each year for all attorneys admitted to the Court’s Bar before September 1 of the prior year.
Extension of CARES Act
The United States District Court for the Central District of California has extended the CARES Act through August 15, 2021. Therefore, the Court announces the following regarding its operations.
Court Hearings
Juneteenth National Independence Day
On Friday, June 18, 2021, the United States District Court, in Los Angeles, Santa Ana and Riverside, will be closed in recognition of Juneteenth National Independence Day.
Normal service will resume on Monday, June 21, 2021.
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Normal Operations
The United States District Court for the Central District of California will resume normal operations on June 15, 2021. Therefore, the Court announces the following regarding its operations.
Effective June 15, 2021:
Entry to Courthouses or Probation...
Independence Day
On Monday, July 5, 2021, the United States District Court, in Los Angeles, Santa Ana and Riverside, will be closed in recognition of Independence Day.
Normal service will resume on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.
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Resumption of Normal Operations in the Central District
The United States District Court for the Central District of California will resume normal operations on June 15, 2021. Therefore, the Court announces the following regarding its operations.
Effective June 15, 2021:
Entry to Courthouses or...