UJS Press Releases & News
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Recent News From UJS
Second Circuit Drug Court Graduation on Sept. 1, 2022
The 2nd Circuit Drug Court is pleased to announce an upcoming graduation ceremony. The ceremony will commence on Thursday September 1, 2022 at 1:30PM, at the Minnehaha County Courthouse.
Former Supreme Court Justice Richard W. Sabers Has Passed Away
Former Supreme Court Justice Richard W. Sabers passed away on January 12, 2022. The Supreme Court and Unified Judicial System staff mourn the loss of such a fine person and jurist.
Governor Noem Appoints Jennifer Mammenga to Second Circuit Court
Governor Kristi Noem announced that she will appoint Jennifer Mammenga to serve on the South Dakota 2nd Circuit Court.
Wade E. Warntjes Appointed as New Magistrate Judge for Second Judicial Circuit
Presiding Judge Robin J. Houwman is pleased to announce that the South Dakota Supreme Court has approved the appointment of Attorney Wade E. Warntjes as Magistrate Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit, Lincoln and Minnehaha Counties.
Minnehaha County DUI Court Holds Commencement Ceremony on May 25, 2021
In celebration of National Drug Court Month, the DUI court will hold a graduation ceremony on 5/25/2021 at 9 AM.
Judge Robin Houwman Reappointed as Presiding Judge of the Second Judicial Circuit on Jan. 6, 2021
Chief Justice Steven Jensen announced today the reappointment of the Honorable Robin Houwman as Presiding Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit.