South Dakota Unified Judicial System
Recent News About South Dakota Unified Judicial System
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Chief Justice Jensen delivers 2025 State of the Judiciary address
On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen delivered the State of the Judiciary address. -
Chief Justice Jensen to discuss judiciary issues in upcoming state address
South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen is set to deliver the 2025 State of the Judiciary on January 15, 2025. -
South Dakota considers new bar admission pathway focused on public service
The South Dakota Supreme Court is set to hold a rules hearing on February 18, 2025, at 10 a.m. CST in the Supreme Court Courtroom located in the State Capitol, Pierre. -
James Valley Drug & DUI Court hosts graduation ceremony on January 16
James Valley Drug & DUI Court is set to host a graduation ceremony on January 16, 2025, at the Davison County Fairgrounds in Mitchell. -
Michael W. Day reappointed as presiding judge for South Dakota's Fourth Judicial Circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Michael W. Day as Presiding Judge for South Dakota's Fourth Judicial Circuit. -
Gregory J. Stoltenburg reappointed presiding judge of Third Judicial Circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Gregory J. Stoltenburg as Presiding Judge for the Third Judicial Circuit in South Dakota. -
Judge Cheryle Gering reappointed to lead South Dakota's First Judicial Circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Cheryle Gering as the Presiding Judge for the First Judicial Circuit in South Dakota. -
Robin J. Houwman reappointed presiding judge for South Dakota's second judicial circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Robin J. Houwman as Presiding Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit in South Dakota. -
Judge Christina Klinger reappointed as presiding judge of sixth judicial circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Christina Klinger as the Presiding Judge for the Sixth Judicial Circuit in South Dakota. -
Judge Robert Gusinsky reappointed as presiding judge for seventh judicial circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Robert Gusinsky as the Presiding Judge for the Seventh Judicial Circuit. -
Judge Gregg C. Magera reappointed presiding judge of Fifth Judicial Circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Gregg C. Magera as the Presiding Judge for the Fifth Judicial Circuit. -
South Dakota partners with USD for enhanced drug court participant support
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System's Second Circuit Drug Court has announced a partnership with the University of South Dakota (USD) to enhance support for treatment court participants. -
Fourth Circuit Treatment Courts announce graduation ceremony on January 9
The Fourth Circuit DUI Court and Northern Hills Drug Court are set to host a graduation ceremony on January 9, 2025, at the Sturgis Community Center Theater in South Dakota. -
South Dakota Supreme Court reappoints Steven R. Jensen as chief justice
The South Dakota Supreme Court has announced the reappointment of Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen for a second term as the head of the state's highest court. -
Governor Noem appoints Abigail Howard to judicial position
Governor Kristi Noem has appointed Judge Abigail Howard to the Third Judicial Circuit Court. -
Governor Noem appoints Abigail Howard to Third Judicial Circuit Court
Governor Kristi Noem has appointed the Honorable Abigail (Abbey) Howard to the Third Judicial Circuit Court. -
South Dakota Supreme Court adopts NextGen bar exam starting July 2027
The South Dakota Supreme Court has announced that it will implement the NextGen bar exam for aspiring lawyers starting in July 2027. -
South Dakota judicial system announces passing of retired Justice Robert A. Amundson
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System has announced the passing of retired Justice Robert A. Amundson. -
Veterans court holds graduation ceremony honoring participant achievements
The Second Circuit Veterans Court is set to hold a graduation ceremony to honor the achievements of its participants on December 18, 2024, at 9 a.m. CST. -
South Dakota Commission on Indigent Legal Services schedules virtual meeting for December
The South Dakota Commission on Indigent Legal Services is set to hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 1 p.m. CST.