UJS Press Releases & News
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Recent News From UJS
Jean Hutson Selected as Circuit Court Administrator for Fifth Judicial Circuit
Edmunds County Clerk of Court Jean Hutson has been selected as the new circuit court administrator for the Fifth Judicial Circuit in Aberdeen.
South Dakota Treatment Courts Hosting Special Events to Celebrate National Treatment Court Month
Treatment courts across South Dakota are holding special events in May and June to celebrate National Treatment Court Month.
Judge Gregg C. Magera Reappointed as Presiding Judge of Fifth Judicial Circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen announced today the reappointment of the Honorable Gregg C. Magera, Aberdeen, as Presiding Judge for the Fifth Judicial Circuit.
Brown County Treatment Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony
The Brown County Treatment Court graduation is an important part in a participant’s journey to building a life of responsibility and accountability.
Brown County Drug & DUI Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony on May 23, 2024
The Brown County Drug & DUI Court team invites the public to join them in recognizing the remarkable accomplishments of participants completing the program.
Brown County Drug & DUI Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony
Brown County Drug & DUI Court will hold a graduation ceremony to honor participants’ achievements on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. CST at the Brown County Courthouse in Aberdeen.
Governor Noem Appoints Julie Dvorak to Fifth Circuit Court
Gov. Kristi Noem today announced that she will appoint Julie Dvorak to serve as a judge on South Dakota’s Fifth Circuit Court.
Circuit Judge Magera Appointed as Presiding Judge of the Fifth Judicial Circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen announced today the appointment of the Honorable Gregg C. Magera as Presiding Judge for the Fifth Judicial Circuit, following the recent, untimely death of Judge Jon Flemmer, who previously served as the Presiding Judge.
Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Circuit Court Judge Jon Flemmer
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, Aug. 9, in honor of 5th Circuit Court Presiding Judge Jon Flemmer of Webster.
Fifth Judicial Circuit Presiding Judge Jon Flemmer Has Passed Away
The Unified Judicial System is saddened to announce that Fifth Circuit Presiding Judge Jon Flemmer has passed away.