California Supreme Court Opinions

People v. Bertsch and Hronis, Death Penalty Appeal

The California Supreme Court issued an opinion on April 20, 2026, resolving an automatic appeal of a death judgment in People v. Bertsch and Hronis, Case S093944. The case originated from trial court proceedings under case number 94F07295. As an automatic appeal in a capital case, this final judgment may establish precedent affecting future death penalty proceedings in California.

West Contra Costa Unified School District v. Superior Court - Impossibility Defense Rejected in Teacher Credentialing Case

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, Division Two issued an order modifying its March 25, 2026 opinion in the teacher credentialing case Cleare et al. v. West Contra Costa Unified School District. The modification replaced a sentence on page 13 regarding the district's failure to demonstrate it exhausted all options before claiming impossibility, including whether the State Board of Education was ever approached. The court affirmed that until the district shows it exhausted all available options, it cannot invoke impossibility to excuse non-compliance with teacher credentialing requirements under Education Code section 35186.

Cleare et al. v. Superior Court - Civil Procedure Writ

The California Court of Appeal, First District issued a published opinion in Cleare et al. v. Superior Court (Case No. A173289N) on April 17, 2026. The appellate court addressed civil procedure issues relating to a writ proceeding, with implications for litigants seeking review of superior court decisions. The opinion establishes precedent for the applicable legal standards and procedural requirements.

Aerni et al. v. RR San Dimas, L.P. - Class Certification Reversed (28-Day Shuffle)

California Court of Appeal reversed the trial court's denial of class certification in a putative class action against hotel owners. The appellate court held that Civil Code section 1940.1 does not require individualized proof that class members used the hotel as their 'primary residence' to establish liability. The case involves the '28-day shuffle' practice where residential hotels require guests to check out and reregister every 28 days to avoid tenant protections.

NNN Capital Fund I, LLC v. Mikles et al. - Civil Litigation

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District Division 3, filed civil case G064487, NNN Capital Fund I, LLC v. Mikles et al., on July 31, 2024. The case originated in Orange County Superior Court (Case No. 30-2017-00910991) and has an oral argument date scheduled for February 18, 2026 at 9:30 AM. This appellate proceeding involves civil litigation between a capital investment fund and individual defendants, with the court maintaining jurisdiction over the matter pending resolution.

People v. Austin - Judge Disqualification Under RJA Evidentiary Hearing

The California Court of Appeal granted the People's petition for writ of mandate and directed the trial court to vacate its August 12, 2025 order denying disqualification of Judge Samah Shouka from presiding over defendant Russell Austin's California Racial Justice Act evidentiary hearing. The appellate court found that Judge Shouka's prior employment as a deputy district attorney in the Riverside County District Attorney's Office homicide unit, where she was involved in reviewing 28 similar cases, created a reasonable appearance of partiality under Code of Civil Procedure section 170.1.

NNN Capital Fund I LLC v. Mikles - Published Appellate Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth District Division Three issued a published opinion in NNN Capital Fund I, LLC v. Mikles on April 16, 2026. The appellate court ruled in favor of NNN Capital Fund LLC, reversing or modifying the lower court's judgment. This published decision establishes legal precedent and is binding on the parties.

P. v. Harzan - Criminal Appeal

The California Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division Three issued a published opinion in People v. Harzan (G064798) on April 16, 2026. The appellate court ruled on matters affecting the rights of the defendant/appellant Harzan in a criminal proceeding. This published opinion establishes precedent for future criminal cases in California.

People v. Sebastian C. - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, First District, Division 4 issued a published opinion in People v. Sebastian C., Case No. A172531. The case involves a criminal appeal from trial court case J45299, with the opinion filed on February 14, 2025. The court document is available in PDF and DOCX formats from the California Courts website.

Retail Property Trust v. County of Orange et al.

The Retail Property Trust filed a civil appeal against Orange County in the Fourth Appellate District Division 3 (Case No. G064887). The case, arising from trial court matter 30-2023-01311339, concerns a property tax dispute and has an oral argument scheduled for March 16, 2026. No ruling or disposition has been issued.

Walton v. Victor Valley Community College

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District Division 3, issued an opinion in Walton v. Victor Valley Community College (Case No. G064668). The case, filed as a civil matter on May 15, 2024, involves a dispute between Walton and Victor Valley Community College. An oral argument is scheduled for February 17, 2026. Parties and attorneys information is available through the court's portal.

Zand v. Sukumar - Civil Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, Division 4 filed an opinion in civil case Zand v. Sukumar (Case No. A171273). The case was filed on August 6, 2024, with oral argument scheduled for March 24, 2026. The opinion document is available in PDF and DOCX formats from the California Courts website.

Dept. of Water Resources Cases - Published Opinion April 14

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, issued a published opinion in Department of Water Resources cases dated April 14, 2026 (Case No. C103207M). This published ruling constitutes precedent-setting judicial action affecting water resource management and related matters under California jurisdiction. The opinion establishes or clarifies legal standards applicable to parties involved in Department of Water Resources proceedings.

People v. Espiritu - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Three issued an opinion in People v. Espiritu (Case No. G063841) on February 26, 2024. This criminal appeal from trial court case 15CF0429 addresses issues arising from the underlying conviction. Oral argument is scheduled for March 17, 2026. The court's disposition will determine whether the trial court judgment is affirmed, reversed, or modified.

Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association v. County of Los Angeles

The California Court of Appeal Second Appellate District filed a civil case (B338182) between the Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association and the County of Los Angeles. Oral argument is scheduled for January 8, 2026. The case caption and basic docket information are now publicly accessible.

Cordero v. Ghilotti Construction Company Inc.

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District issued an opinion in Cordero v. Ghilotti Construction Company Inc. (Case No. A173024), a civil matter originating from Trial Court Case 22CIV03331. The case, filed on March 26, 2025, has an oral argument scheduled for March 12, 2026. The court's disposition and full opinion are available via PDF and DOCX formats. This appellate decision carries binding legal effect within California's court system.

Y.P. v. Wells Fargo Company - Consumer Banking Practices Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, Division 4, filed a civil appeal opinion in Y.P. v. Wells Fargo Company et al. (Case No. A172048). The case, involving consumer claims against Wells Fargo, was filed on November 26, 2024, with oral argument scheduled for March 24, 2026. The appellate court issued its disposition in the matter, which is now available as an official court opinion.

People v. Lopez Sanchez - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth District Division 1 issued an opinion in People v. Lopez Sanchez (D085325). The appellate court reviewed the trial court case RIF1600163 and rendered a judgment in this criminal matter.

Gonzalez et al. v. Community Mortuary, Inc. et al. - Civil Dispute

The California Court of Appeal Fourth District Division 1 docket shows case D084738, Gonzalez et al. v. Community Mortuary, Inc. et al., a civil lawsuit filed in San Diego County Superior Court (Case Nos. 37-2021-00022154-CU-BC-CTL and 37-2022-00009892-CU-BC-CTL). The case involves consumer claims against a mortuary and remains active in the appellate process.

People v. Tzul - Evidence Admissibility Opinion Modified

California Court of Appeal modified language in People v. Tzul opinion filed March 23, 2026, revising two sentences regarding the defendant's mistaken belief about the victims' conduct. The modification clarified that defendant's statement was relevant to show what he believed he discovered. No change to the appellate judgment reversing first and second degree murder convictions. Respondent's petition for rehearing was denied.

People v. Bradley - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District Division 1, issued a published opinion in People v. Bradley (Case No. D083989), addressing a criminal matter originating from trial court case SCD298702. The court's disposition affects the parties and may establish precedential value for future criminal proceedings in California.

People v. Tzul - Criminal Appeal - Murder Conviction Reversal

The California Court of Appeal modified its opinion in People v. Tzul, correcting language regarding the relevance of defendant's statements about discovering his girlfriend and her brother together. The court denied the People's petition for rehearing and maintained its reversal of first and second degree murder convictions against Pedro Thomas DeLeon Tzul for killing his girlfriend Martha Garcia and her brother Antonio Garcia.

People v. Tzul - Criminal Appeal

The California 2nd District Court of Appeal issued a published opinion in People v. Tzul (B343256M) on April 8, 2026, establishing or clarifying precedent in a criminal matter. The court's ruling may affect trial court procedures, evidentiary standards, or sentencing determinations applicable to the case. Criminal defense attorneys, prosecutors, and trial courts in California should review the opinion for precedential value.

Gonzalez v. Community Mortuary, Inc. - Imracticability Defense Jury Submission

The California Court of Appeal reversed in part a San Diego Superior Court judgment in Gonzalez v. Community Mortuary, holding that the affirmative defense of impracticability of performance is an equitable defense triable to the court, not a jury. The court also upheld the trial court's ruling that only the widow had standing to sue for breach of contract as the contracting party. The case was remanded for a bench trial on the impracticability defense and potential damages.

People v. Jazz Bradley - Criminal Convictions Affirmed and Modified

The California Court of Appeal affirmed Jazz Bradley's convictions for two counts of forcible rape and other offenses, but modified the judgment by striking unauthorized stayed sentences based on the One Strike law and Habitual Sexual Offender law. The defendant received life without parole plus 50 years to life plus 5 years 8 months. The appellate court rejected his challenge to the upper term for robbery but agreed that dual use of facts violations required striking the additional stayed terms.

Case F089334 Tulare Medical Center v. Valdivia 5th District

Case F089334 Tulare Medical Center v. Valdivia 5th District

People v. Player - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second District, Division 1 issued an opinion in People v. Player (Case No. B342239), a criminal appeal originating from Trial Court Case A900447. The appellate court reviewed the lower court's proceedings and issued a ruling that establishes precedent for criminal law interpretation within the California court system.

People v. Deen - Death Penalty Appeal

The California Supreme Court registered an automatic appeal (Case No. S092615) filed by defendant Omar Richard Deen from a judgment of death. The case was submitted and is pending court opinion.

Bowman v. Bowman - Civil Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, 2nd District, Division 6 filed a new published opinion in Bowman v. Bowman (Case No. B331924), a civil appeal originating from trial court case FL108245. The opinion was filed on April 3 (year not specified in document). Oral argument is scheduled for March 11, 2026.

In re Marriage of Bowman - Attorney's Fees Award Under MSA

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Six affirmed a postjudgment attorney's fees award of $12,500 in favor of Julie Bowman in her marital dissolution case with Charles Bowman. The court rejected her argument that Civil Code section 1717 should apply to a prevailing party clause in their marital settlement agreement, instead holding that Family Code sections 2030 and 2032 govern and allow consideration of the paying party's ability to pay.

Bowman v. Bowman - Civil Family Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, 2nd District, Division 6, filed Bowman v. Bowman (Case No. B331924), a civil family law appeal from trial court case FL108245. The case was filed on September 15, 2023, with oral argument scheduled for March 11, 2026. This is a pending appellate matter involving family law disputes between the parties.

Albarghouti v. LA Gateway Partners - Civil

California Court of Appeal, 2nd Appellate District, Division 3 filed published opinion in Albarghouti v. LA Gateway Partners, LLC et al. (Case No. B333058), a civil matter originating from trial court case 22STCV17774. Oral argument scheduled for January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM.

In re Melson - Criminal Habeas Corpus

The California Court of Appeal, 2nd District issued a published opinion in In re Melson (Case No. B336211) on April 2, 2026. The court addressed a criminal habeas corpus matter, with the published designation indicating the decision establishes precedent for future cases. The opinion is now part of the official California case law.

In re Melson - False Testimony Habeas Corpus

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division One granted Alonzo Devon Melson's habeas corpus petition and vacated his first-degree murder conviction (Case No. B336211, Los Angeles County Superior Court No. TA143199). The court found both Napue error (prosecutorial failure to correct false eyewitness testimony) and ineffective assistance of counsel under the Sixth Amendment.

Albarghouti v. LA Gateway Partners - California False Claims Act Qui Tam

The California Court of Appeal, Second District Division Three reversed the trial court's dismissal of a qui tam complaint under the California False Claims Act. The appellate court held that the CFCA creates a 60-day default sealing period after which the seal lifts automatically absent the government's request for extension. The court also held that failure to comply with sealing and service requirements does not provide grounds to sustain a demurer.

Merchant of Tennis v. Superior Court - Wage and Hour Class Action

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Division Two modified its January 14, 2026 opinion in The Merchant of Tennis wage and hour class action case to add a sentence stating each side shall bear their own costs on appeal. The modification does not change the judgment. This procedural amendment was filed on April 2, 2026.

Pagan v. City of San Rafael - Civil Rights

California Court of Appeal, First District, Division 2 issued an opinion in Pagan v. City of San Rafael (Case A171344, Trial Court Case CIV1902225). The civil case addresses claims against a municipal government, likely involving civil rights or government liability under California law. The opinion was filed on July 18, 2024.

Pagan v. City of San Rafael - Civil Rights/Government Liability

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District filed an unpublished opinion in Pagan v. City of San Rafael (Case No. A171344) on July 18, 2024. The civil case originated from Trial Court Case CIV1902225 and involves a dispute between an individual plaintiff and the City of San Rafael regarding potential civil rights claims or government liability issues.

Harcourt v. Tesla, Inc. - Civil Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Sixth Appellate District scheduled oral arguments for Harcourt v. Tesla, Inc. (Case No. H052308). The civil matter was filed on July 2, 2024, with oral argument set for February 19, 2026 at 9:30 AM. The case caption lists Tesla, Inc. as respondent. No opinion document or substantive ruling content is included in this docket entry.

People v. Nielsen - Criminal Appeals (1st District)

California Court of Appeal (1st District) docket search results for People v. Nielsen (Case A170363) displaying 4 linked trial court cases: 23CR01950, 23CR02511, 23CR02514, and 24CR03321. This is an informational court docket record with no new regulatory obligations.

Criminal sentencing appeal affirmed, upper term imposed

The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, Division Four, affirmed a criminal judgment where the trial court imposed an upper term sentence on defendant following a negotiated global disposition across multiple cases. Defendant challenged the trial court's understanding of the low term presumption under Penal Code section 1170(b)(6) and the calculation of custody credits. The appellate court rejected both arguments and affirmed.

People v. Nielsen - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, First District published its opinion in People v. Nielsen (Case No. A170363). This published appellate opinion establishes precedential guidance on the criminal law issues presented. The decision is binding precedent within the First District's jurisdiction.

People v. Newt - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, First District, filed a criminal appeal (Case No. A169899) titled The People v. Newt on February 26, 2024. This is a routine appellate filing originating from Trial Court Case 042300101. The case involves a criminal prosecution appeal and is currently at the early stages of the appellate process.

Robert Newt v. People - Large-Capacity Magazine Receiving vs. Possession

The California Court of Appeal reversed defendant Robert Newt's felony conviction for "receiving" a large-capacity magazine under Penal Code § 32310, finding the evidence established only "possession," not "receiving." The court held these are distinct statutory elements under section 32310, with receiving being felony-eligible and possessing punishable only as a misdemeanor or infraction. The case was remanded for further proceedings.

P. v. Newt, California appeals court, March 30

P. v. Newt, California appeals court, March 30

The People v. J.H. - Criminal Opinion

The California Supreme Court, 1st Appellate District, has issued an opinion in Case A172657, The People v. J.H. The opinion is available for review, with links provided for PDF and DOCX formats. This is a final decision in a criminal case.

Armstrong v. Superior Court - Case Search Results

The California Courts' website provides search results for the case Armstrong v. Superior Court, case number H053298. The results list two records found for this case, linking to further details about the appellate court proceedings.

Moramarco et al. v. Nowakoski - Civil Case

The California Supreme Court has issued a case summary for Moramarco et al. v. Edward Nowakoski (Case No. E084620). The filing date for this civil case was September 6, 2024. Further details regarding dispositions, parties, and trial court information are available through the provided links.

Sobalvarro v. Vibra Health Care - Case Summary

The California Supreme Court has issued a case summary for Sobalvarro v. Vibra Health Care et al. The case, with trial court number CIV1700712 and Court of Appeal case number A168792, was filed on August 18, 2023. Oral argument is scheduled for March 16, 2026.

In re E.J. - Criminal Case Summary

The California Supreme Court has issued a summary for case E085903, titled In re E.J. The case involves The People v. E.J. and was filed on April 11, 2025. Further details on disposition, parties, and attorneys are available through the court's portal.