Fees and Costs
Find information on fees related to court-appointed attorneys, payment options and additional resources that may be available.
Case Type Definitions
South Dakota's Court system consists of four case categories - civil, criminal, family, and probate/mental health. See below for explanations for each category.
Get Legal Help
Information on how to apply for a court appointed attorney in a criminal matter or free/low-cost legal help in a civil matter, as well as additional legal resources.
Military & Veterans
Explore a wide range of services and programs to support military personnel, veterans, and their families, offering assistance and resources in areas such as health care, general benefits, legal, housing, and citizenship.
Divorced Spouses of Military Service Members
Those who are divorced from their military spouses are usually entitled to some benefits ranging from health care to commissary privileges to retirement pay.
A-Z Index
A structured, quick alphabetical listing of topics, terms, and/or subjects covered on the Unified Judicial System website.
Court Finder
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System is comprised of seven judicial circuits across the state. Find a court, contact someone in your circuit or learn about programs and services.
First Judicial Circuit
The First Judicial Circuit is served by six circuit court judges, two magistrate judges, and court clerk magistrates in each of the 14 counties 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 Yankton County Courthouse and Safety Center, 410 Walnut Street, Yankton, SD.
First Judicial Circuit Probation Services
The First Judicial Circuit's Court Services Department in South Dakota supervises adult and juvenile probation, ensuring compliance with court orders.
First Judicial Circuit Treatment Court
Locate the treatment court in the First Judicial Circuit to access court-ordered treatment opportunities for individuals with a substance use diagnosis that has contributed to their involvement in the criminal justice system, fostering recovery and rehabilitation. Learn who to contact, location details, and helpful resources in the court.