Bill > SB768

This bill requires California courts to provide the Judicial Council with detailed monthly data about unlawful detainer (eviction) cases, starting January 1, 2026. Specifically, courts must report seven key data points for each case, including the total number of cases filed, the representation status of both defendants and landlords, types of judgments (default, stipulated, or trial), trial characteristics (bench or jury), case dismissals, and case outcomes. The Judicial Council must then compile this information into a publicly accessible electronic spreadsheet that can be downloaded from their website every four months. This legislation aims to increase transparency around eviction proceedings by creating a comprehensive, geographically-indexed data collection system that will allow policymakers, researchers, and the public to better understand eviction trends across different ZIP codes in California. By mandating this level of detailed reporting, the bill seeks to provide insights into the legal landscape of housing disputes and potentially inform future policy decisions related to tenant rights and housing stability.

Budget and Finance, Justice

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