Guide and File Divorce with Children
The Guide and File system will help you create the documents you need to begin the process of initiating a divorce with children by answering a series of questions and that will then generate completed forms for you to print.
Guide for Representing Yourself in Court
In this booklet, you will learn how the South Dakota court system works. You will learn the process to represent yourself in a courtroom without a lawyer.
Forms for the Plaintiff in a Divorce with Children
In a divorce proceeding, the individual who initiates the action is designated as the plaintiff, while the other party is referred to as the defendant. The forms provided below include checklists and guidelines for initiating and finalizing the divorce process.
ALL FORMS MUST BE PRINTED SINGLE-SIDED AND COMPLETED IN BLACK INK
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UJS-307B Plaintiff's Checklist for Divorce with Minor Children
A checklist for the Plaintiff in a divorce action with minor children.
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UJS-311 Summons for Divorce with Minor Children
Form UJS-311 Instructions and Summons for Divorce initiates a divorce action and requires the Defendant to Answer, or default may be entered against them.
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UJS-312 Instructions and Form for Divorce Complaint with Minor Children
Form UJS-312 initiates a divorce case involving minor children, detailing claims and requested court actions.
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UJS-023 Instructions for Financial Affidavit Form
This form is a Financial Affidavit used to disclose income, expenses, assets and debts, ensuring accurate financial assessments by the court.
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UJS-302 South Dakota Parenting Guidelines
A set of parenting guidelines that are required to be served with a Summons and Complaint for Divorce with Minor Children.
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Requesting to Waive Filing/Service Fees
UJS-022 Instruction for Motion to Waive Filing Fee & Service of Process Fee Form
This form allows individuals in South Dakota to request a waiver of court filing and service fees due to financial hardship.
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UJS-028 Order on Motion to Waive Filing Fee and Service of Process Fee Form
This form is a court order granting a waiver of filing and service fees in South Dakota cases, issued upon approval of a motion due to financial hardship.
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Serving the Defendant
UJS-317 Notice and Admission of Service with Minor Children
Instructions and forms to confirm service of legal documents in divorce cases with minor children.
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Request to Waive Parenting Course Requirement
UJS 364 – Affidavit on Court-Approved Parenting Course
Confirms completion of a court-approved parenting course, meeting legal requirements for custody, visitation, or support cases.
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Settling a Divorce
UJS-325 Stipulation and Settlement Agreement for Divorce with Minor Children
A settlement form is a mutual agreement between the parties in divorce cases with minor children, avoiding court intervention.
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UJS-319B Affidavit as to Jurisdiction and Grounds for Divorce with Minor Children
An Affidavit establishing jurisdiction and grounds for divorce with minor children.
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Finalizing a Stipulated Divorce
UJS 089 Instructions for Child Support Order Filing Data Form
This form collects key details for child support cases, ensuring accurate records and compliance in uncontested custody matters.
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UJS-326B Judgment and Decree of Divorce with Minor Children
A form to finalize a divorce decree involving minor children and when both parties have signed a stipulation agreement.
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Requesting a Default Divorce
UJS-323 Application for Default Judgment with Minor Children
Steps for submitting a request for a default divorce judgment in cases with minor children. This can used when the Defendant has failed to file an Answer to the Summons and Complaint.
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UJS-306 Affidavit of Military Status
Statement used to confirm whether a defendant in an eviction case is currently serving in the military, ensuring compliance with legal protections under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.
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UJS-322B Default Judgment and Decree of Divorce with Minor Children
Steps for submitting a default judgment in a divorce case with minor children. This form can only be submitted if the Defendant has failed to file an Answer to the Summons and Complaint.
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Dismissing a Divorce Case
UJS-328 Joint Motion and Order of Dismissal
Steps and form for dismissing a civil action by mutual agreement of both parties.
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UJS-329 Motion and Order For Dismissal
A form to request submitted by the plaintiff to dismiss a civil action as long as the Defendant has not filed an Answer or Motion for Summary Judgment.
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Print All Packet
Plaintiff's Print All Packet for a Divorce with Minor Children
A combined packet including all forms and instructions for the plaintiff in a divorce action with minor children.
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For Questions on Forms
For specific questions on UJS forms, you can email UJS staff at ujssrlhelp@ujs.state.sd.us or call the legal form helpline at 1-855-784-0004.