Allows remote court appearances in civil and criminal cases in California until January 31, 2029.

The bill, known as the Keep Courts Safe from the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Act, requires courts to allow remote appearances in civil and criminal cases, except in specific circumstances. Courts may require in-person appearances if the technology is inadequate, if the quality of technology or audibility inhibits effective management, or if a court interpreter's ability to provide language access is inhibited. The bill also mandates that courts inform self-represented parties about remote appearance options and potential technological issues.

Allows remote court appearances in civil and criminal cases in California until January 31, 2029.

The bill, known as the Keep Courts Safe from the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Act, requires courts to allow remote appearances in civil and criminal cases, except in specific circumstances. Courts may require in-person appearances if the technology is inadequate, if the quality of technology or audibility inhibits effective management, or if a court interpreter's ability to provide language access is inhibited. The bill also mandates that courts inform self-represented parties about remote appearance options and potential technological issues.