Government
Feb. 29, 2012
Lawmakers want more telephonic appearances, but some judges resist
The growth of telephonic court appearances by attorneys in recent years has led to fewer miles on the road and cheaper bills for their clients, but a bill in Sacramento that would expand the system has led to some opposition.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
The growth of telephonic court appearances by attorneys in recent years has led to fewer miles on the road and cheaper bills for their clients, but a bill in Sacramento that would expand the system has led to opposition from some in the judiciary who say it would infringe on their domain.
Assemblyman Donald P. Wagner, R-Irvine, introduced AB 1582 this month to expand the types of hearings, conference...
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