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The South Dakota Unified Judicial System ensures fair and accessible justice for all—from the general public and jurors to attorneys and legal professionals. Whether you need court resources, legal guidance or case information, we provide the support and tools to navigate South Dakota’s judicial system.
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Our goal at the South Dakota Unified Judicial System is to help you navigate the courts and legal system in South Dakota. Find information, forms and more based on who you are and what you're looking for.
South Dakota Supreme Court
The South Dakota Supreme Court is the highest court in the state. Access opinions, judiciary messages, summary dispositions details on the current justices.
Supreme Court October 2025 Traveling Term of Court
The South Dakota Supreme Court will hold its October 2025 Term of Court at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion. The public is invited to observe oral arguments the mornings of Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 8-9, starting at 9 a.m. CDT at the Knudson School of Law.
Recent Press Releases & News
Stay informed with the most recent press releases about and news from the South Dakota Unified Judicial System. Our latest press releases keep the public, jurors, attorneys and legal professionals up to date on important developments.
Unified Judicial System to Take Part in Accessing South Dakota Courts Training on October 10
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System (UJS) will take part in a free training on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, to help South Dakota journalists cover state courts. The training will also be relevant to students and members of the public interested in accessing the judicial system.
South Dakota Unified Judicial System Issues FY2025 Annual Report
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System (UJS) has issued its FY2025 Annual Report, which encompasses the work of the South Dakota Supreme Court, circuit courts, magistrate courts and the State Court Administrator’s Office between July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
Supreme Court to Hear Oral Arguments at University of South Dakota on October 8-9
South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen invites the public to attend the Supreme Court’s October 2025 Term of Court on Oct. 8-9 at the University of South Dakota (USD) Knudson School of Law in Vermillion.