Justice, California Supreme Court

Justices are appointed by the governor with Commission on Judicial Appointments confirmation, then appear statewide in yes-no retention elections for 12-year terms; one seat vacant since Justice Jenkins retired October 31, 2025.

Current officeholder

Goodwin Liu

In office since Sep 2011 · Term ends Dec 2035

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    Data as of July 18, 2026.