Practices and Procedures

The Supreme Court of California (2007 edition) (PDF, 4 MB)
Containing the Internal Operating Practices and Procedures of the California Supreme Court
This 68-page booklet provides an overview of the court's work, procedures, membership, and history.

Internal Operating Practices and Procedures of the Supreme Court
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(As Amended January 1, 2007, August 25, 2004, November 24, 2003, and October 22, 2003)
Effective January 1, 2007, various provisions were amended to reflect the reorganization of the California Rules of Court, also effective on that date. On August 25, 2004, sections IV.J and XIII.B were amended. These changes are shown with underscoring and strikethrough on this version. On November 24, 2003, sections III.E, IX, X, and XII were amended, and on October 22, 2003, section VIII.D was amended. Those changes are not shown with underscoring or strikethrough. The version of the Internal Operating Practices and Procedures set forth in The Supreme Court of California, 2007 Edition reflects these amendments.