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FDAP May 2026 Panel Bulletin

Read on for important information about sending legal mail to county jails, a new practice guide on communicating with clients ...

FDAP April 2026 Panel Bulletin

Read on for important information about new panel members, upcoming trainings, and recent First District panel victories. Welcome to New ...

April 30, 2026

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Panel Attorney: Michael McCormick

The Court of Appeal vacated the restitution fine because, under PC 1465.9(d), more than 10 years had expired since the fine was imposed. The court also vacated the AIDS education fee, originally imposed under PC 264(b), because it has since been repealed.

Recent Opinions & Review Grants

Short summaries of recent published opinions issued by the California Supreme Court, Courts of Appeal, and Appellate Divisions – and recent review grants issued by the California Supreme Court – in criminal, juvenile, and civil commitment cases.

Pending Issues & Legislation

Information on pending issues in the California and United States Supreme Courts and on new and pending legislation in the California Legislature.