Resources
California's Legal System
The court system within California is the largest in the nation, serving a population of more than 39 million people. Comprised of the trial court, the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court, the court system is responsible for civil and criminal cases, as well as, family, probate, mental health, juvenile and traffic cases.
The resources below, are provided to assist those who want to access informaiton about California’s county, state, and federal defense resources.
California’s Constitution, Statutes, and 29 Codes
Browse or search the California Legislative Information Website to learn more about California’s:
The California Penal Code
- California Penal Code
Search the laws that govern in our criminal courts. - California Rules of Court
Learn the rules that govern all courts in California. - Understand the Rules of Professional Conduct in California that all lawyers in California are responsible for knowing and following.
Other States
50-State Legislative Tracking National Conference of State Legislatures Topic, alphabetical legislative and statutory databases, compilations, and state charts/maps.
Looking for a California Court?
Search for courts by city or zip code on the California Judicial Branch Website.
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