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Recent News From UJS
Sioux Falls Fifth Graders on Trial
An NHL hockey player was found not guilty today of assaulting another player in a civil trial at the Minnehaha County Courthouse.
James Valley Drug & DUI Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony on Nov. 2, 2023
The First Circuit’s James Valley Drug & DUI Court will hold a graduation ceremony to honor participants’ achievements on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. CDT. The event will take place at the Davison County Public Safety Center, 1015 S. Miller Ave., Mitchell.
South Dakota Unified Judicial System Issues FY2023 Annual Report
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System has issued its FY2023 Annual Report, which encompasses the work of the South Dakota Supreme Court, circuit courts, magistrate courts and the State Court Administrator’s Office between July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.
Graduation Day Arrives for Two Veterans Court Grads
Wednesday was graduation day at the Minnehaha County Courthouse for two Sioux Falls men who completed their journey through Veterans Court. Judge Eric Johnson shared high praise for Jesse Rooks and Danny Roby.
Indigent Legal Services Task Force Issues Final Report
The Indigent Legal Services Task Force created by HB 1064 during the 2023 South Dakota Legislative Session has issued its Final Report and Recommendations to the Governor, Chief Justice and South Dakota Legislature.
Second Circuit Veterans Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony on Oct. 11, 2023
Second Circuit Veterans Court will hold a graduation ceremony to honor participants’ achievements on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, at 9 a.m. CDT.
Child Abuse Prevention Conference Calls for More to Take Action
Organizations and individuals from all across South Dakota made their way to Sioux Falls Thursday, meeting and discussing plans to combat child abuse in the state.
South Dakota Supreme Court Holds October Term at USD
The South Dakota Supreme Court’s October term is wrapping up Thursday at the USD Knutson School of Law in Vermillion.
Life-Saving Veterans Court Needs Mentors with Military Background
Military veterans charged with crimes are getting a second chance in Minnehaha County. If they qualify, they can avoid the traditional court system and go before a judge in Veterans Court. It’s one of several ‘problem-solving’ courts operating in the state.
Near Record Number of South Dakotans to be Trained on Child Abuse Prevention
With more than 430 South Dakotans attending, the 23rd Annual Community Response to Child Abuse Conference begins on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.