South Dakota Unified Judicial System
Recent News About South Dakota Unified Judicial System
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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. -
James Valley Drug & DUI Court holds graduation during Impaired Driving Prevention Month
The James Valley Drug & DUI Court is set to host a graduation ceremony on December 12, 2024, at the Davison County Fairgrounds in Mitchell. -
Second Circuit Drug Court announces graduation ceremony with notable speakers
The Second Circuit Drug Court in Pierre, South Dakota, is set to hold a graduation ceremony on December 5, 2024, at 1 p.m. CST. -
Second Circuit DUI Court plans graduation ceremony on December 3
The Second Circuit DUI Court in Pierre, South Dakota, is set to hold a graduation ceremony on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 11 a.m. CST. -
Veterans court graduates celebrated in upcoming ceremony
The Seventh Judicial Circuit Court is set to host a graduation ceremony for participants of the Pennington County Veterans Court program. -
South Dakota CASA Commission plans virtual meeting for December
The South Dakota Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Commission is scheduled to convene on December 2, 2024. -
Pennington County Treatment Courts announce November graduations
The Pennington County treatment court teams are set to host two graduation ceremonies in November, celebrating the achievements of participants who have completed their respective programs. -
South Dakota adjusts distribution of $3 million for indigent legal services
The South Dakota Office of Indigent Legal Services announced changes to the distribution of $3 million allocated for indigent legal services across the state's counties. -
Sixth Circuit Treatment Court hosts graduation ceremony on November 13
The Sixth Circuit Treatment Court in Pierre, South Dakota, is set to hold a graduation ceremony on November 13, 2024. -
Yankton County Drug & DUI Court to hold graduation ceremony on November 6
Yankton County Drug & DUI Court is set to host a graduation ceremony on November 6, 2024. -
Alison D. Nelson to be sworn in as magistrate judge for Second Judicial Circuit
The Second Judicial Circuit in South Dakota is set to welcome Alison D. Nelson as its newest magistrate judge. The swearing-in ceremony will occur on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 3 p.m. CDT in Courtroom 5B at the Minnehaha County Courthouse in Sioux Falls. The event is open to the public and will be followed by refreshments courtesy of the Second Circuit Bar Association. -
South Dakota Commission on Access to Our Courts to meet on October 21
The South Dakota Commission on Access to Our Courts is scheduled to meet on October 21, 2024. The meeting will take place from noon to 2 p.m. CDT at Cedar Shore Resort in Chamberlain. The public can join the session virtually through Zoom. -
Pennington County Drug Court graduation set for October 23
The Seventh Judicial Circuit Court has announced the upcoming commencement ceremony for participants completing the Pennington County Drug Court program. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 3 p.m. MDT. It will take place at the Commission Chambers of the Pennington County Administration Building in Rapid City. -
Jeffrey C. Clapper to be sworn in as circuit court judge
The Second Judicial Circuit in South Dakota will welcome Jeffrey C. Clapper as its newest circuit court judge. The official swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Friday, October 18, 2024, at 3 p.m. CDT. The event will take place in Courtroom 5B of the Minnehaha County Courthouse, located at 425 N. Dakota Ave., Sioux Falls. The public is invited to attend and refreshments will be available courtesy of the Second Circuit Bar Association. -
South Dakota commission discusses indigent legal services and future plans
The South Dakota Commission on Indigent Legal Services is set to hold a virtual meeting on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 11 a.m. CDT. This commission is responsible for overseeing indigent legal services in the state's court system, ensuring that individuals have access to counsel under state or federal law. Additionally, it supervises the Office of Indigent Legal Services to provide statewide representation for indigent individuals in criminal appeals, habeas corpus cases, and cases involving abuse or neglect of children.