California Supreme Court Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero is taking a proactive stance to preserve access to the judicial system. She expressed concern over federal immigration enforcement in California courthouses, which she says instills fear in witnesses and litigants. Guerrero’s office has documented incidents in 17 courthouses, with the most activity in Shasta County. The Judicial Council will consider formalizing data tracking on April 24. Guerrero aims to ensure courts are informed and available. California Democratic senators have introduced new efforts to bolster protections, including remote appearances and preventing unannounced arrests by immigration agents.
