On Friday, February 28, 2025, the California Commission on Judicial Performance (CJP) announced an increase in the annual gift limit that judges may accept from a single source.
The new limit has been set at $560, reflecting a $30 increase aimed at addressing the rising cost of living. This adjustment follows the guidelines established by California’s Code of Civil Procedure §170.9(a), which mandates that the CJP revise gift limitation amounts biennially based on changes in the Consumer Price Index.
The CJP clarified that the gift limit will be further adjusted in 2027, when the next annual Consumer Price Index becomes available. The commission made this announcement public through its official website, emphasizing the importance of keeping the gift limits in line with economic changes.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
