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State of North Dakota Courts Press Releases

3,728 Press Releases
  • Published on August 21, 2026 - 21:35 GMT

    Annual Report of the North Dakota Children’s Cabinet Released

    On August 19, 2026 the North Dakota Children’s Cabinet released its annual report: https://www.governor.nd.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Children%27s%20Cabinet/2026%20Annual%20Report%20Final.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery Chief Justice …

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  • Published on August 20, 2026 - 14:42 GMT

    New opinions: August 20, 2026

    Highlight: Under the discovery rule, the statute of limitations period does not begin to run until the plaintiff knew, or with reasonable diligence should have known, of the wrongful act and the resulting injury. The focus is upon whether the plaintiff is …

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  • Published on August 18, 2026 - 21:15 GMT

    Asmunder Swain Benson II 1950-2026

    Asmunder Swain Benson II, age 76 of Bottineau, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Fargo. His funeral will be held on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the First Lutheran Church in Bottineau.  Visitation will be on Sunday starting at 1:00 pm with …

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  • Published on August 18, 2026 - 21:15 GMT

    Job Announcement: Deputy Clerk of District Court - Fargo

    General Summary or Purpose We understand that compensation isn’t a one-time discussion.  Please see Compensation for more details on our compensation strategy.  Candidates selected for an interview will be required to take typing and grammar tests. If you …

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  • Published on August 18, 2026 - 19:44 GMT

    North Daktoa Judicial officers recognized

    During the June 2026 State Bar Association of North Dakota’s (SBAND) annual meeting, North Dakota judicial officers received a variety of awards and recognition.   Gerald W. VandeWalle Medal – Judge James S. Hill. This award recognizes individuals for …

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  • Published on August 18, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

    Job Announcement: Office Manager/Paralegal - Cass County State's Attorney's Office

    A job announcement for an Office Manager/Paralegal located in the Cass County State's Attorney's Office has been posted. View the job posting here: Download

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  • Published on August 18, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

    Melvin L. Webster 1937-2026

    Melvin Leroy Webster, 88, of Bismarck, passed away on August 9, 2026. Cremation has taken place. No services will be held at this time. https://www.eastgatefuneral.com/obituaries/melvin-webster

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  • Published on August 13, 2026 - 01:57 GMT

    Job Announcement: Term Law Clerk to a United States Magistrate Judge

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: No. 26-08 Position: Term Law Clerk to a United States Magistrate Judge Location:  Bismarck, North Dakota Starting Salary Range: $74,678-$89,508 (JSP 11 - 12) Closing Date:September 13, 2026 POSITION SUMMARY: The United States District …

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  • Published on August 13, 2026 - 01:57 GMT

    All Rise Impaired Driving Solutions Conducts Operational Tune Up at the NDSU Memorial Union

    Nine treatment court teams from North Dakota and Minnesota—representing approximately 85–90 treatment court professionals—recently came together to learn about updated treatment court best practices and explore ways to put those practices into action …

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  • Published on August 7, 2026 - 15:48 GMT

    Thomas Mayer 1937-2026

    Thomas "Tom" Alexander Mayer, age 88, of Bismarck, ND died on August 3rd, 2026. He died peacefully in the hospital after a short illness, with loved ones at his bedside. Mass of Christian Burial will start at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, August 11, at …

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  • Published on August 6, 2026 - 17:25 GMT

    New opinions: August 6, 2026

    Highlight: A district court's determination of whether a foreign divorce decree should be recognized under principles of judicial comity is not a matter of subject matter jurisdiction. Comity is the recognition which one nation allows within its …

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  • Published on August 5, 2026 - 18:29 GMT

    Court Reminds Citizens to Be Aware of Jury Scams

    North Dakota Courts reminds citizens to remain vigilant and aware of scams targeting potential jurors. Scammers often call or text individuals alleging they failed to appear for jury service. Some scammers impersonate law enforcement agencies and threaten …

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  • Published on August 4, 2026 - 20:08 GMT

    Steele County Clerk of Court's office closed August 5th - August 7th

    The Steele County Clerk of Court's office will be closed Wednesday August 5th - through Friday August 7th. Patrons needing assistance may contact Cass County Clerk of Court at: 701-451-6900 or via email at: [email protected]

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  • Published on August 4, 2026 - 20:08 GMT

    Site Maintenance August 4

    Maintenance on the North Dakota Appellate Case System Site is scheduled for August 4th, 2026, beginning at 5:30 PM CST. During this time, the Public Portal may experience service interruptions. Maintenance is expected to conclude by 9:30 PM CST, after …

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  • Published on August 4, 2026 - 20:08 GMT

    Eddy County Clerk of Court will be closed Wednesday August 5, 2026 from 9:00 am to 4:00 P.M.

    The Eddy County Clerk of Court will be closed Wednesday August 5, 2026 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Patrons needing assistance may contact Foster County Clerk of Court at: 701-652-1001 or via email at: [email protected].

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  • Published on August 4, 2026 - 20:07 GMT

    Judge McCullough to Retire

    East Central Judicial District Court Presiding Judge Steven E. McCullough has announced he will retire November 1, 2026. In a letter dated August 3, 2026 to Chief Justice Lisa Fair McEvers, Governor Kelly Armstrong noted that Judge McCullough had notified …

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  • Published on July 31, 2026 - 18:11 GMT

    Armstrong appoints Walsh County State’s Attorney Kelley Cole to Northeast Judicial District judgeship

    Gov. Kelly Armstrong appointed Walsh County State’s Attorney Kelley Cole to an open judgeship in the Northeast Judicial District, effective Aug. 17.  Cole has served as state’s attorney in Walsh County since October 2017, having been appointed to the …

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  • Published on July 30, 2026 - 23:19 GMT

    North Dakota Treatment Court Team Members Attend RISE26 Conference in Nashville

    Several North Dakota Treatment Court team members recently traveled to Nashville, Tennessee, to attend the RISE26 Conference, one of the nation's leading events focused on treatment courts, recovery, and justice system innovation. The conference …

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  • Published on July 29, 2026 - 22:33 GMT

    Justice Friese receives 2026 District of North Dakota Criminal Justice Act Distinguished Panel Attorney Award

    The District’s Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Panel Committee established the award to recognize on an annual basis one exemplary CJA Panel attorney’s dedication and service to the CJA Panel, indigent defendants, and the District of North Dakota. Central to …

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  • Published on July 28, 2026 - 20:00 GMT

    Job Announcement: Deputy Clerk of District Court - Grand Forks

    General Summary or Purpose We understand that compensation isn’t a one-time discussion.  Please see Compensation for more details on our compensation strategy.    Candidates selected for an interview will be required to take typing and grammar tests. If …

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