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Los Angeles County suspends criminal trials for two weeks following Delta, Omicron spikes
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Beginning Wednesday, Los Angeles County will pause criminal trials for two weeks due to a surge of the Delta and Omicron as courts continue to struggle to clear a backlog of cases caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and earlier closures.
"Los Angeles County’s current COVID numbers warrant this relief, and I have elected to utilize this authority sparingly as we closely monitor the impact of the dual variants on our court users, judicial officers, staff and justice partners," Taylor wrote in his order.
"I will continue to consult closely with LA County Department of Public Health (LA DPH) officials on local conditions and any changes to public health orders and guidance during this winter surge. For the second consecutive winter, holiday gatherings have fueled widespread community transmission."
The order said the pause will alleviate foot traffic in courthouses and extends the time period to hold criminal trials by not more than 90 days.
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