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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The Court is Hosting a Webinar on the Civil Grand Jury on February 10, 2025
Court & CommunityJanuary 17, 2025 -
Judge Piano Sworn Into Santa Clara County Superior Court
News ReleaseJanuary 03, 2025 -
Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara Announces New Court Leadership
News ReleaseJanuary 02, 2025 -
Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara Announces New Court Leadership
News ReleaseDecember 30, 2024 -
Honorable Johnene Stebbins Sworn In as Superior Court Judge
News ReleaseDecember 23, 2024 -
Daves Avenue Elementary School Honored with the Civic Learning Award
News ReleaseDecember 09, 2024 -
Juvenile Justice Commission Issues "Call to Action"
Court & CommunityDecember 05, 2024 -
The Santa Clara County Superior Court Issues Urgent Warning Regarding Jury Scams
News ReleaseDecember 04, 2024 -
Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara Launches CARE Court
News ReleaseNovember 27, 2024 -
Adoption Day 2024
News ReleaseNovember 22, 2024 -
Commissioner Jon A. Heaberlin Sworn in as Judge of the Santa Clara County Superior Court
News ReleaseNovember 22, 2024 -
The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, Proudly Announces the Appointment of New Judges
News ReleaseNovember 21, 2024 -
Adoption Day 2024: Connecting Foster Children with Long Awaited Forever Homes
News ReleaseNovember 20, 2024 -
Santa Clara County Superior Court Issues General Order on Use of Electronic Recording Equipment in Proceedings Affecting Fundamental Liberty Interests
News ReleaseNovember 15, 2024 -
Adoption Day 2024: Connecting Foster Children with Long-Awaited Forever Homes
Media AdvisoryNovember 15, 2024 -
Recruitment for the 2025-26 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury Begins: Santa Clara County Residents Encouraged to Apply
News ReleaseNovember 14, 2024