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.
For the Media
Find resources and the rules and laws for media coverage in South Dakota courtrooms, including when audio, video and still photos are permitted and how to obtain consent.
UJS News
View press releases from and news about the South Dakota Unified Judicial System.
Second Circuit DUI Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony
Second Circuit DUI Court will hold a graduation ceremony to recognize the remarkable accomplishments of those completing the program on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at 11 a.m. CST.
Supreme Court Adopts Public Service Pathway to Bar Admission Pilot Program Rules
The South Dakota Supreme Court today adopted rules implementing a five-year pilot program providing a public service pathway to bar admission.
Child Support Referee Independent Contractor Positions Available in First and Seventh Judicial Circuits
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System is seeking two independent contractors as child support referees — one for the First Judicial Circuit and one for the Seventh Judicial Circuit
Beadle County Treatment Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony on March 12, 2025
Beadle County Treatment Court will hold a graduation ceremony on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 2 p.m. CST in the third-floor courtroom at the Beadle County Courthouse, 450 Third St. SW, Huron.
South Dakota Supreme Court to Hold March 2025 Term of Court at Black Hills State University
South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen invites the public to attend the Court’s March Term of Court at Black Hills State University in Spearfish on March 25-26, 2025.