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Southern District of California

The Southern District of California is a federal judicial district in the United States, covering the southern portion of California, including cities like San Diego and Imperial. It handles federal legal matters, including civil and criminal cases, and is part of the federal court system. Court cases in this district can involve a range of issues, such as immigration, drug trafficking, and environmental law. Its judges oversee trials, hearings, and appeals, ensuring that federal laws are interpreted and applied fairly in this region of California.