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Recent News From UJS
New Magistrate Judge Appointed in Second Judicial Circuit
Second Judicial Circuit Presiding Judge Robin J. Houwman is pleased to announce that the South Dakota Supreme Court approved her proposed appointment of Attorney Jonathan Leddige as Magistrate Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit, which covers Lincoln and Minnehaha counties.
Indigent Legal Services Task Force to Hold Third Meeting
The Indigent Legal Services Task Force created by HB 1064 during the 2023 South Dakota Legislative Session will hold its third meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, in Sioux Falls.
South Dakota Unified Judicial System Problem-Solving Courts Celebrate National Treatment Court Month
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System’s Problem-Solving Courts recently held special graduations and events to celebrate National Treatment Court Month in May.
First Circuit James Valley Drug and DUI Court Graduation on June 15, 2023
—The First Circuit James Valley Drug and DUI Court is pleased to announce an upcoming graduation ceremony. The ceremony will commence on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. CDT, at the Davison County Public Safety Center, 1015 S. Miller Ave., Mitchell.
Second Circuit Drug Court to Hold Graduation on May 25, 2023
The 2nd Circuit Drug Court is pleased to announce an upcoming graduation ceremony. The ceremony will commence on Thursday May 25, 2023, at 1:30PM, at the Minnehaha County Courthouse in courtroom 4B.
Christina Klinger Appointed as Presiding Judge of the Sixth Judicial Circuit
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen announced today the appointment of the Honorable Christina Klinger as Presiding Judge for the Sixth Judicial Circuit.
Minnehaha County DUI Court to Hold Commencement Ceremony on May 23, 2023
Minnehaha County DUI Court will hold a graduation ceremony on 5/23/2023 at 9:30 AM. Josh Reinfield will deliver the keynote address.
Indigent Legal Services Task Force to Host Listening Sessions to Gather Public Input
The Indigent Legal Services Task Force created by HB 1064 during the 2023 Legislative session will be holding several listening sessions across the state to gather information to inform its work.
Northern Hills Drug Court and Fourth Circuit DUI Court Celebrate Commencement on May 23, 2023
The Fourth Judicial Circuit is proud to announce the Commencement Ceremony for graduates from Northern Hills Drug Court and 4th Circuit DUI Court. The ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023 at 2:00pm at the Sturgis Community Center, 1401 Lazelle Street in Sturgis, SD.
Indigent Legal Services Task Force to Hold Second Meeting
The Indigent Legal Services Task Force created by HB 1064 during the 2023 Legislative session will meet remotely via Zoom on April 26, 2023, beginning at 10 a.m. CST.