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Understanding California’s New Peremptory Challenge Law: What Trial Attorneys Ne

Understanding California’s New Peremptory Challenge Law: What Trial Attorneys Ne

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Understanding California’s New Peremptory Challenge Law: What Trial Attorneys Ne
About the Program

Join this session as it breaks down California’s recently enacted peremptory challenge reform, applicable to criminal jury trials since 2022 and now applying to civil jury selection starting January 1, 2026. This program explains how Code of Civil Procedure § 231.7 replaces traditional Batson/Wheeler procedures and imposes stricter standards for objecting to discriminatory use of peremptory strikes, including expanded grounds and presumptively invalid reasons. Attendees will learn practical strategies for navigating objections under the new law and how courts will evaluate stated reasons for challenges.

Speaker(s)
Justin Palmer
Justin Palmer

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Justin Palmer Law Group

Justin A. Palmer is an attorney providing legal services covering Civil Rights, Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff and Criminal Defense.

Justin Palmer, who practices law in Long Beach, California, was selected to Super Lawyers for 2020 – 2023. This peer designation is awarded only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in each state. The Super Lawyers selection process considers peer recognition, professional achievement in legal practice, and other cogent factors.

Prior to becoming an attorney, he studied at Capital University Law School. He graduated in 2007. After passing the bar exam, he was admitted to legal practice in 2008.

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Martin I. Aarons
Martin Aarons

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Aarons | Ward, APC

Martin I. Aarons has been an employment law trial attorney for more than 18 years. As a trial lawyer, Martin has handled all types of employment related cases on behalf of people who have suffered a workplace injustice. He specializes in cases involving discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual abuse, retaliation and whistleblower cases of all kinds, shapes, and sizes.

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Accreditation
Credit Hours:
1.00
Specialty Area:
None
Credit Type:
General
Original Air Date:
March 9, 2026
Accredited in:
California

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