UJS Press Releases & News
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Recent News From UJS
Judicial Qualifications Commission State of South Dakota
With the upcoming retirement of the Hon. Robert Spears in the Third Judicial Circuit, the Judicial Qualifications Commission is now taking applications.
Notice of Judicial Vacancy in Third Judicial Circuit
With the upcoming retirement of the Hon. Robert Spears in the Third Judicial Circuit, the Judicial Qualifications Commission is now taking applications.
Governor Noem Appoints Three Judges to Second Judicial Circuit Court
Gov. Kristi Noem announced the appointment of Mandi Mowery, Jeff Clapper and the Honorable Eric Johnson to the Second Judicial Circuit Court.
Commission on Equal Access to Our Courts to Meet July 29
The South Dakota Commission on Equal Access to Our Courts will meet virtually on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 10 a.m. CDT.
Groundbreaking Ceremony for the New Lincoln County Justice Center
Lincoln County Board of Commissioners extends an invite to the public to join them along with distinguished members of the South Dakota Second Judicial Circuit, regional law enforcement and the legal community in celebrating the groundbreaking of the new Lincoln County Justice Center.
Court Services Officers, Parole Agents and Juvenile Corrections Agents Recognized for Their Work in South Dakota
Gov. Kristi Noem has officially proclaimed the week of July 21, 2024, as Court Services Officer, Parole Agent, and Juvenile Corrections Agent Week in South Dakota.
Changes to Turner County Court Office Locations and Hours
Changes are being made to Turner County Clerk of Courts and Court Services office locations and hours effective Monday, July 22, 2024, due to structural and environmental concerns in the Turner County Courthouse.
Pennington County Mental Health Court’s Two Newest Graduates
Pennington County Mental Health Court held a graduation celebration Tuesday, July 9, to honor two of the program’s newest graduates.
James Valley Drug & DUI Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony (2)
James Valley Drug & DUI Court will hold a graduation ceremony on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. CDT in the courtroom at the Davison County Public Safety Center, 1015 S. Miller Ave., Mitchell.
Court Calendars Now Accessible from Judicial System Website
Attorneys, justice partners and the public can now request court calendars from the South Dakota Unified Judicial System (UJS) website. Previously, people had to request court calendars from a clerk of courts office.