Cheryl Miller

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 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

4 minute read

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

5 minute read

November 25, 2024 | The Recorder

Commission Confirms 3 of Newsom's Appellate Court Picks

The Commission on Judicial Appointments approved Gov. Gavin Newsom's three choices to fill vacancies on the Second District Court of Appeal.

By Cheryl Miller

4 minute read

November 21, 2024 | The Recorder

Newsom Names Two Judges to Appellate Courts in San Francisco, Orange County

Gov. Gavin Newsom also appointed 10 superior court judges in six counties.

By Cheryl Miller

5 minute read

November 19, 2024 | The Recorder

Advisory Opinion Offers 'Road Map' for Judges Defending Against Campaign Attacks

The Committee on Judicial Ethics Opinions offered a broad endorsement for judges defending themselves publicly when coming under political attack for their actions on the bench.

By Cheryl Miller

3 minute read

November 18, 2024 | The Recorder

Santa Clara County Superior Court Authorizes Electronic Recording of Proceedings

Officials with the state's sixth-largest trial court say they don't have enough certified shorthand reporters to staff courtrooms.

By Cheryl Miller

4 minute read