Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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Introduction to Honoree Judge Samantha Jessner (00:00)
Tribute Video (1:56)
Presentation of Award (5:36)
Remarks from Judge Jessner (8:33)

Each year, the Distinguished Service Award recognizes people and organizations for their extraordinary leadership and contributions to the administration of justice in California. Learn more about the award: courts.ca.gov/distinguished-service-awards

Learn more about the honorees and their work: newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/judicial-council-announces-2025-distinguished-service-award-recipients

See past Distinguished Service Award honorees: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJZN17NOuDI5N_x_46khhRiYlBm9tHtOD