Changes to the District Court Miscellaneous Fee Schedule
Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1914, the Judicial Conference of the United States approved several changes to the district court miscellaneous fee schedule, effective December 1, 2023. The amended Schedule of Fees will be available on the Court’s website.
Termination of the Patent Program, Effective March 30, 2024
The United States District Court for the Central District of California announces that the Court’s Patent Program will be terminated, effective March 30, 2024. Judges participating in the Patent Program will continue to accept transfers of patent...
Relocation of Criminal Duty Courtroom
Effective August 21, 2023, the Criminal Duty Courtroom will relocate to Courtroom 640 on the 6th floor at the Edward R. Roybal Federal Building and United States Courthouse (“Roybal Courthouse”). All initial appearances will be conducted in person...
Passing of the Honorable Ronald S.W. Lew
The United States District Court for the Central District of California announces the passing of Senior District Judge Ronald S.W. Lew on May 19, 2023. Judge Lew was 81 years old.
New and Amended Local Rules Effective June 1, 2023
The new and amended local rules listed below will become effective June 1, 2023. A redlined version of these rules, as well as a complete copy of the Local Civil Rules that will be effective June 1, 2023, are available on the Court’s website and...
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.
