Subpoena
Subpoenas are used to obtain information from people who are not involved in a case, such as business records. They are issued by the court with court-imposed deadlines.
Evictions
Find all South Dakota forms and documents for landlords and tenants to help in initiating or responding to an eviction action. Access checklists, affidavits, motions, filing statements and more.
Small Claims
Small claims court is an informal court that allows people to sue for small losses of money or property. An individual can file and handle their own claim in court.
Protection Orders
Whether you are a vulnerable adult, a victim of domestic violence or a victim of stalking, you may be entitled to a protection order in South Dakota. Learn more about how and get help filling out forms.
Protection Orders - Stalking
A stalking protection order may be pursued if an individual has engaged in harassment, issued threats, or inflicted physical harm upon you.
Protection Orders - Vulnerable Adults
A vulnerable protection order can protect you or the individual you are filing on behalf of, provided they are over the age of 65, or an adult with a disability and are unable to be protected from abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
Protection Orders - Domestic Violence
A domestic abuse protection order may be requested if a person with whom you have had a personal relationship has inflicted or attempted to inflict physical injury, breached a no-contact order, engaged in harassment or stalking, or has committed an act of violence against you.
Domestic Violence
Discover state resources, shelters and support services for victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in South Dakota.
Mediation
Mediation helps resolve disputes voluntarily, saving time and money. It's informal, confidential, and often quicker than lawsuits, with both parties controlling outcomes.
Expungement
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System provides resources for individuals seeking to expunge their criminal records. Expungement involves sealing records related to a person's arrest, detention, trial, or disposition, effectively restoring the individual to the status occupied before the incident.