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Apr. 1, 2026

Judge Ashley Price focuses on early intervention for families

Superior Court Judge Ashley M. Price runs a pilot program testing a more intensive model of dependency proceedings, with frequent hearings, real-time service coordination, and an emphasis on reunification.

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Judge Ashley Price focuses on early intervention for families
Los Angeles County Superior Court

Career Highlights: Elevated to Los Angeles County Superior Court judge by Gov. Gavin Newsom, March 12, 2024; commissioner, 2021-24; deputy public defender, Los Angeles County, 2005-21

Law School: Loyola Law School, 2005

COMPTON -- Superior Court Judge Ashley M. Price presides over a pilot dependency courtroom in Los Angeles County that aims to depart from the traditional model, focusing on early intervention and sustained engagement with families.

The program, known as HOPE--Helping Our Parents Excel for Children--launched in November 2023 and centers on families with children under 3, where timely intervention can have the greatest effect.

"These are our most vulnerable... (continued)

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