[3] Now, it exists as an aesthetically unique and historically rich skatepark, combining both the angular aesthetics of the courthouse's original design with a vibrant paint job that changes occasionally and a mural that also sees changes to mark contests or holidays in the skateboarding community.

[6] In 2013, the West LA Courthouse itself was closed down as part of budget cuts,[7] but the local city council offices remained in use.

Shoe brand Nike rented the space to do a one-day "Go Skateboarding Day" event there and paid for the ledges to be refinished for better skating.

[8] In October 2018, California Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill into law that puts the courthouse up for sale, making it uncertain how much longer the space will remain a skate plaza.

[10] In addition, the illegality of skateboarding at this location helped establish the "skaters vs. authorities" mentality that blossomed from 90s skate culture.

[14] These murals give the plaza personality and are a visual reminder of how skater control over the location has changed.