Second Judicial Circuit
The Second Judicial Circuit is the largest judicial circuit in South Dakota by population with about 285,467 residents, according to the latest census figures. The Circuit Administration office is located in the Minnehaha County Courthouse in Sioux Falls.
Fourth Judicial Circuit
The Fourth Judicial Circuit Court is served by four circuit court judges, two law-trained magistrate judges, and court clerk magistrates in each county in the circuit. Assisting the presiding judge is an appointed circuit court administrator and a chief court services officer. Circuit administrative offices are located in the Meade County Courthouse, 1425 Sherman Street, Sturgis, SD.
Court Cases
Find answers to common questions people have when they are involved in a court case with the South Dakota Unified Judicial System.
Supervision
Understand what classifies a juvenile or delinquent as a child in need of supervision (CHINS) under the Department of Corrections in South Dakota, when to commit them, and more.
Shared Parenting Guidelines & Plans
Learn how shared parenting works in South Dakota, including your options for addressing parenting time orders, implementing parenting guidelines and building a plan that supports your child’s well-being.
During the Hearing
Learn how hearings are scheduled and what to expect during your hearing, including tips to represent yourself and testifying in court.
Judgments
Learn more about how the judgment process works in South Dakota and get answers to common questions.
How the Court Assists
Court staff can answer questions that call for factual information, but they cannot provide legal advice. Learn how court staff can and cannot assist you.