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Welcome to the web site of the United States Courts for the Ninth Circuit. This site will provide you with general information about the federal judicial system and specific information about federal courts in the Ninth Circuit, which encompasses nine western states and two Pacific Island jurisdictions.

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2009-2010 Judicial Council

This site is maintained by the Office of the Circuit Executive (OCE) as authorized by the Judicial Council of the Ninth Circuit, the chief policy-making body for all of the courts in the circuit.» More

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Around the Circuit

Northern California Federal Courts Media Conference

The Northern District of California and Ninth Circuit PICO Committee cosponsored a conference focusing on how "new media" is changing news coverage of the courts. More than 70 reporters, bloggers and other "content providers" attended the event, held November 4, 2009, in San Francisco. Click here for a video excerpt >>

New ABA Web Site to Highlight Rulings by Federal Appellate Courts Click here for details.

The Administrative Office of the United States Courts created a video presentation which provides general information about the basics in the bankruptcy process. Please note that the AO cannot provide legal or financial advice, and this presentation should not substitute for the advice of competent legal counsel.
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In an effort to improve public understanding of the Federal Court System, the Public Information and Community Outreach (PICO) Committee has created a short video. Introduction and narration by District Judge Marilyn Huff from the Southern District of California.

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