Superior Court judges preside over both felonies and misdemeanor cases, involving everything from traffic tickets to family law. There is no limit on the types of civil and criminal cases heard within the Superior Courts. They also have authority to hear cases appealed from courts of more limited jurisdiction.
Andrew Bracken is a producer for KPBS Midday Edition. He is also the producer and host for the KPBS podcast series"My First Day" and"San Diego Conversations," a collaboration with KPBS and the National Conflict Resolution Center.Jade Hindmon is KPBS Midday Edition co-host. Prior to making San Diego home, Jade worked in markets across the Southeast and Midwest, building a network of sources to tell the stories of people in each community.