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Recent News From UJS
Supreme Court to Hold Term of Court at Northern State University
South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen invites the public to attend the Supreme Court’s March 2024 Term of Court on March 19-20 at Northern State University in Aberdeen.
Free Legal Workshop to Focus on Trauma-Informed Approaches
Law students, legal professionals and others interested in better understanding trauma-informed approaches in legal proceedings will have the opportunity to learn from local and national experts on April 4, 2024.
Supreme Court Issues Advisory Opinion Regarding State Legislator Interest in Contracts
The South Dakota Supreme Court today issued an advisory opinion in the matter of interpretation of the South Dakota Constitution and state laws regarding state legislator interest in state or county contracts.
Expanding Access to South Dakota's Legal Services
South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven Jensen recaps his annual address and discusses the changes he wants for indigent legal defense.
Chief justice: Prioritize Public Defense, Problem Solving Courts and Help for Young Adults
South Dakota should embrace the role of public defenders, work to guide young adults out of trouble’s way, try harder to protect judges from danger and support problem-solving alternative courts, South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven Jensen told lawmakers on Wednesday at the Capitol in Pierre.
Chief Justice Jensen to Present 2024 State of the Judiciary
On Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen will deliver the 2024 State of the Judiciary.
Oral Argument on Gov. Noem’s Request for an Advisory Opinion
The South Dakota Supreme Court has ordered oral argument on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, for case number 30488, the request of Gov. Kristi Noem for an advisory opinion regarding the interpretation of a provision of Article III Section 12 of the South Dakota Constitution.
Supreme Court Opinion Release Day Delayed to Friday
The South Dakota Supreme Court’s regular Thursday opinion release day will be delayed to Friday because of the two-day Christmas holiday.
Supreme Court to Hear Oral Argument on Gov. Noem's Request for an Advisory Opinion
The South Dakota Supreme Court has set oral argument on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, for Gov. Kristi Noem’s request for an advisory opinion regarding the interpretation of a provision of Article III Section 12 of the South Dakota Constitution.
Steering Committee Issues Bar Admissions Final Report and Recommendations to Supreme Court
A steering committee appointed to study the bar admissions process in South Dakota has issued its final report and recommendations to the South Dakota Supreme Court.