Family Law Help
Family law relates to family relationships. This includes laws about adoption, child abuse and neglect, child custody, child support, parenting, divorce and marriage.
Adoption Records
Learn about how to obtain adoption records as an adoptive parent or the adoptee. Access documents and instructions on how to petition the court and beyond.
Child Abuse and Neglect
Get important resources for navigating child abuse situations in South Dakota. Find attorneys, support and how to take action.
Child Custody
Access documents, forms, files and necessary information related to child custody, parenting time, etc. These documents are for any mother, father, parent or legal guardian of a minor.
Child Support
Whether you need to modify your child support orders, access documents about child support or enforce child support payments that are late, find all you need below with these resources.
Child Support Late Fees
Find out how to request late fees and begin the process of late fee payments for chronically delinquent child support payments. Use this step-by-step guide.
Divorce
Divorce can be a challenging experience. Although having a lawyer is recommended, the Unified Judicial System provides forms and instructions for both parties to start and finalize a divorce action.
Forms for the Plaintiff - Divorce without Minor Child
A set of forms and instructions for the plaintiff in a divorce action not involving children.
Forms for the Defendant - Divorce with Minor Child
A set of forms and instructions for the defendant in a divorce action involving minor children.