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In reaction to the fallout, the Board of Trustees for the State Bar is deliberating a supplemental contract for further examination services from the same vendor—an idea met with skepticism by a dozen California law school deans who have urged for a reevaluation of the entire process.
Chaos and Confusion: Technical Failures
The first day of the restructured, hybrid two-day exam format was marred by significant technical issues. Many test-takers reported being blocked from accessing the examination system or being disconnected mid-exam, contributing to the overall chaos. The executive director of the State Bar admitted that the execution of the exam was not smooth for a considerable number of individuals, further emphasizing the widespread dissatisfaction among applicants.