Published Rules
The South Dakota Supreme Court establishes rules governing legal practice and procedure within the state. View the latest rules published by the Supreme Court.
Rules Hearings
The South Dakota Supreme Court Rules Hearings page provides information about upcoming and past rules hearings before the state's highest court.
Summary Dispositions
The South Dakota Supreme Court Summary Dispositions page provides a record of cases decided without a full written opinion. Summary dispositions help streamline the judicial process while maintaining transparency in the Court’s rulings.
For Jurors
Learn about serving on a jury in South Dakota, find resources to check your reporting status, and understand the process and your responsibilities.
Get Involved as an Attorney
Find ways to get involved in your community inside and outside the courtroom. Join us in offering pro bono legal help and ensure justice for all in South Dakota. Everyone deserves access to legal services.
Rural Attorney Recruitment Program
The South Dakota Legislature approved the Recruitment Assistance Program to address the current and projected shortage of lawyers practicing in small communities and rural areas of South Dakota.
Attorney Forms
Find a comprehensive collection of forms, documents and resources to assist with your legal practice. You'll discover information on court-appointed lawyer fees, fines, bonds, civil actions, mental health evaluations and more.
Child Abuse & Neglect Guidelines and Forms
Guidelines and sample forms which set forth the essential elements of properly-conducted child abuse and neglect court proceedings.
Circuit Judge Preferences
View the judge preferences of any South Dakota judge, including attorney contact, civil or criminal scheduling and practice, courtroom protocol, domestic cases and more.
Attorney Resources
Helpful resources for attorneys to receive notifications, file court documents, handle cases involving child abuse and neglect or mental illness, plus related links.