Superior Court of San Francisco County
Superior Court of San Francisco County
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SF Superior Court members go on strike
The successful one-day strike shut down nearly all court business, including the high-profile Momeni trial
Thursday, October 24, the San Francisco Superior Court was forced to cancel trials, hearings, arraignments, and nearly all other court business as about 200 courtroom clerks went on strike.
At the heart of the unfair labor practice (ULP) strike was court management’s refusal to negotiate in good faith, particularly on the inadequate staffing and training issues that have already caused over 70 misdemeanor cases to be dismissed and that continue to cause unnecessary delays and errors that can be very consequential to people’s lives.
SF Superior Court Clerks on Strike
Court management is violating labor law by refusing to seriously address court workers’ staffing, training concerns. Courtroom clerks are taking matters into their own hands.
**MEDIA ADVISORY FOR THURS., OCT. 24**
Contact: Jennie Smith-Camejo, jennie.smith-camejo@seiu1021.org, (510) 710-0201
San Francisco Superior Court clerks vote by 99% to authorize a strike
As court management stalls contract negotiations, court workers are ready to take matters into their own hands to get the courts back on track and end the delays and errors caused by mismanagement
Last Wednesday, October 9, San Francisco Superior Court clerks voted by 99% to authorize their contract negotiations team to call a strike if management does not make substantial progress toward meeting their biggest concerns.
Their contract expired September 30, with management having essentially refused to negotiate, instead requesting mediation. Meanwhile, a backlog of cases caused by short staffing, faulty technology, inadequate training, and mismanagement has continued delaying criminal and civil cases. In August, over 70 criminal cases were dismissed due to the delays.
San Francisco Superior Court Clerks Vote by 99% to Authorize a Strike
As court management stalls contract negotiations, court workers are ready to take matters into their own hands to get the courts back on track and end the delays and errors caused by mismanagement
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THUR., OCT. 10**
Contact: Jennie Smith-Camejo, 510-710-0201, jennie.smith-camejo@seiu1021.org
SAN FRANCISCO: On Wednesday, October 9, San Francisco Superior Court clerks voted by 99% to authorize their contract negotiations team to call a strike if management does not make substantial progress toward meeting their biggest concerns.
SF Superior Courts staff rally to protest mismanagement resulting in delays, errors, and dismissals; warn of potential strike
Courtroom clerks sound the alarm on backlogged cases and mistakes from burnout and lack of cross-training that lead to longer wait times for people hoping for justice or sitting in county jail.
Short staffing and high caseloads are causing defendants to sit in county jail for longer periods of time to get their day in court and out of a cell, robbing San Franciscans of their constitutional right to a speedy trial. It’s also been causing misdemeanor cases to be thrown out.
SF Superior Courts Staff Rally to Protest Mismanagement Resulting in Delays, Consequential Errors, and Case Dismissals
Courtroom clerks sound the alarm on backlogged cases and mistakes from burnout and lack of cross-training that lead to longer wait times for people hoping for justice or sitting in county jail
**MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TUES., SEPT. 17**
Contact: Jennie Smith-Camejo,
jennie.smith-camejo@seiu1021.org, (510) 710-0201
Ella Sogomonian, ella.sogomonian@seiu1021.org, (415) 686-5075
Short staffing and high caseloads are causing defendants to sit in county jail for longer periods of time to get their day in court and out of a cell, robbing San Franciscans of their constitutional right to a speedy trial. It’s also been causing misdemeanor cases to be thrown out.
Court workers in San Francisco rally for more staffing; in Alameda County, against furloughs
When 70 misdemeanor cases were tossed by San Francisco Superior Court officials earlier this month, San Francisco residents may have been surprised – but frontline court workers were not.
SF Superior Courts Staff to Rally Against Short Staffing That Has Resulted in Delays and Case Dismissals
In the wake of the dismissal of at least 70 misdemeanor cases, frontline staff say court capacity is stretched too thin and must be addressed in negotiations
**MEDIA ADVISORY FOR WED., AUG. 21**
Contact: Jennie Smith-Camejo, jennie.smith-camejo@seiu1021.org, (510) 710-0201
San Francisco Region 2024 Convention Delegate Election Information
It’s that time again! SEIU 1021 members are invited to attend our 2024 member convention. The two-day event will feature inspiring workshops, delegate discussions, visionary keynote speakers, fun, and networking. The SEIU 1021 Member Convention will be held Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, through Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024.
What: SEIU Local 1021 Member Convention 2024
When: Saturday, September 28 & Sunday, September 29
Where: Sacramento, CA
WAITLIST: San Francisco Unity Event – Jan. 26, 2024
Join us to celebrate our hard work together in 2023
It’s that time of year! Join your fellow San Francisco region SEIU 1021 members for food, drinks, music and dancing, raffles, awards, and gift bags with the coolest SEIU 1021 swag (supplies are limited–first come, first served).
When: Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Hilton Union Square, 333 O’Farrell St.
Members may bring one guest — please indicate below if you plan to bring a guest, as attendance is capped at 400.
Courts Workers Storm Sacramento
On Tuesday, May 14, court workers from throughout the state met
with fellow SEIU members to talk to elected officials about the
need to continue to devote funds to courts most in
need. Court workers encouraged elected officials to make sure
those who interact with the courts obtain fair,
equitable, and timely access to services. To do this, elected
officials must invest in court hours, staff adequately, and
provide reasonable pay to retain dedicated, experienced
workers.
Courts Workers Storm Sacramento
On Tuesday, May 14, court workers from throughout the state met
with fellow SEIU members to talk to elected officials about the
need to continue to devote funds to courts most in
need. Court workers encouraged elected officials to make sure
those who interact with the courts obtain fair,
equitable, and timely access to services. To do this, elected
officials must invest in court hours, staff adequately, and
provide reasonable pay to retain dedicated, experienced
workers.
Advocating for Justice in Our Courts
This spring court workers flooded the halls of our state capital to advocate for those seeking justice.
As court workers and advocates for our communities, we know access to justice is directly tied to income. In the trial court system, when court reporters are not provided, only the wealthy can afford to hire a reporter. Low-income workers, juggling multiple jobs, are unable access justice due to restricted public hours and closed facilities. People who cannot afford money bail often sit awaiting a court date resulting in a loss of income to their household.
We Won’t Be Divided by Billionaire Bullies
Bay Area Elected Leaders Pledge Support for Working Families Against Billionaire-Backed Assault