In response to the shortage of court reporters in the Bay Area courts, the Los Angeles Superior Court has permitted electronic recording of certain court hearings, enabling individuals to appeal decisions that were previously unrecorded. This decision addresses a long-standing issue within California’s justice system that has unfairly prevented many from exercising their right to appeal due to financial constraints. By allowing electronic recording, the court is taking a step towards ensuring equal access to justice for all individuals.
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Hannah Kobayashi family offers refunds to those donating to search efforts now that she’s found
The sister of Hannah Kobayashi, who was reported missing in Southern California, announced on the family's GoFundMe page that Hannah had been found safe, offering refunds to donors. The GoFundMe page raised over $46,000 for search costs and funeral expenses for her father, who died by suicide during the search. Hannah Kobayashi was reported missing after intentionally missing her connecting flight at Los Angeles International Airport and crossing into Mexico on foot, with police finding...
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