Cheryl Miller

Cheryl Miller, based in Sacramento, covers the state legislature and emerging industries, including autonomous vehicles and marijuana. She authors the weekly cannabis newsletter Higher Law. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @CapitalAccounts

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December 20, 2024 | The Recorder

Senate Confirms Last 2 of Biden's California Judicial Nominees

The confirmations of Benjamin Cheeks and Serena Murillo, expected to be the last of the year, brought the total number of Biden judicial appointments to 235.

By Cheryl Miller

4 minute read

December 19, 2024 | The Recorder

California Supreme Court to Weigh Reach of Peremptory Challenge Law

The case of a Southern California man convicted of attempted murder will test a law that says a prospective juror's inattentiveness is a presumptively invalid reason for excusing him or her.

By Cheryl Miller

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December 18, 2024 | The Recorder

Santa Barbara Judge Accused of Moonlighting as Attorney for Secretary/Girlfriend

The Commission on Judicial Performance said Superior Court Judge Michael Carrozzo improperly used court resources to help his assistant, who later became his wife.

By Cheryl Miller

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December 16, 2024 | The Recorder

Newsom Appoints 11 Superior Court Judges

Gov. Gavin Newsom gave an interim appointment to Santa Clara County Prosecutor Johnene Stebbins, who won election in November to a full term that starts in January.

By Cheryl Miller

3 minute read

December 05, 2024 | The Recorder

Lawsuit Asks California Supreme Court to Expand Use of Electronic Case Recording

The suit, brought by two legal aid groups, says a shortage of certified court reporters has created a crisis for litigants who need records of their proceedings.

By Cheryl Miller

4 minute read

December 02, 2024 | The Recorder

LA Judge Anne Hwang Confirmed to the Federal Bench

Los Angeles County Superior Court Anne Hwang's confirmation to the U.S. District Court for California's Central District leaves five remaining vacancies on federal trial courts in the Golden State.

By Cheryl Miller

3 minute read

December 02, 2024 | The Recorder

'We Will Sue ... Immediately': AG Bonta Says He's Ready to Spend $25M Battling Trump

Gov. Gavin Newsom said he wants a litigation funding bill on his desk before Donald Trump is sworn in as president on Jan. 20.

By Cheryl Miller

4 minute read

November 27, 2024 | The Recorder

Deception or Coercion? California Supreme Court Grants Review in Jailhouse Confession Case

In People v. Allen, California's high court will consider whether police can pose as inmates to obtain confessions even after suspects invoke their Miranda rights.

By Cheryl Miller

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