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CA SB768

Courts: data reporting.


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Introduced
02/21/2025
In Committee
04/23/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to add Section 68652 to the Government Code, relating to courts.

AI Summary

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.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

May 23 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. (on 05/23/2025)

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