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State of North Dakota Courts Press Releases

3,744 Press Releases
  • Published on July 22, 2026 - 22:01 GMT

    U.S. District Court sets naturalization ceremony for July 29

    The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota announces a ceremony for the naturalization of new citizens will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Newman Outdoor Field, 1515 15th Avenue North, in Fargo. Naturalization ceremony …

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  • Published on July 22, 2026 - 22:01 GMT

    Steele County clerk of court office closed Wednesday, July 22

    Steele County clerk of court office closed Wednesday, July 22. Patrons may contact Cass County Clerk of Court at 701-451-6900 or [email protected] 

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  • Published on July 21, 2026 - 20:09 GMT

    Kirsten Anne Dauphinais 1971-2026

    Kirsten Anne Dauphinais, 54, of Grand Forks, ND, passed away surrounded by loved ones on July 18, 2026, after a long, hard-fought battle. Kirsten was born on August 8, 1971, in Oswego, NY, to Frederick Dembowski and the late Anne Martens. She was raised …

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  • Published on July 21, 2026 - 15:54 GMT

    Certificate of Professional License (SFN 13610) — New Annual Filing Requirement

    Certificate of Professional License (SFN 13610) — New Annual Filing Requirement A Certificate of Professional License (SFN 13610) is required by Secretary of State for some professional organization formation. For law firm organizations, the certificate is …

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  • Published on July 20, 2026 - 18:01 GMT

    8th Circuit decides North Dakota case.

    The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit decided U.S. v. Krissy Hinsley, U.S. Court of Appeals Case No: 25-2594, on Monday, July 20th. Click here to read the court's decision: https://ecf.ca8.uscourts.gov/opndir/26/07/252594U.pdf

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  • Published on July 20, 2026 - 18:01 GMT

    Darrell E. Larson 1952-2026

    Darrell E. Larson, 74, of Honolulu, Hawaii, formerly of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away peacefully at his home on July 6, 2026, with his beloved wife, Kate, at his side. Darrell was born on June 2, 1952, at Deaconess Hospital in Grand Forks to …

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  • Published on July 16, 2026 - 18:08 GMT

    Job Announcement: Assistant AG: Natural Resources and Native American Affairs

    ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL Position No: 125-28876 Position Title: Natural Resources and Native American Affairs General Counsel Salary Range: $81,000 - $120,000 per year. Closing Date: July 30, 2026 Status: Full-Time with State Benefit Package Recruitment …

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  • Published on July 16, 2026 - 15:51 GMT

    Uniform Law Commission Approves Four Acts at 135th Annual Meeting

    The Uniform Law Commission (ULC) held its 135th Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, July 10–16, 2026. At the meeting, the Commission gave final approval to four new uniform acts: Uniform Conflict of Laws in Trusts and Estates Act Uniform Occupational …

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  • Published on July 16, 2026 - 13:46 GMT

    Ramsey County Courthouse Closed July 16 and 17, 2026

    Ramsey County Courthouse Closed July 16 and 17, 2026 for electrical upgrades. Court staff can be reached at 701-662-1309, or via email at [email protected]

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  • Published on July 15, 2026 - 16:14 GMT

    8th Circuit decides North Dakota Cases

    The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit decided two N.D. cases on Wednesday, July 15, 2026: 1. Loralyn Maixner v. Harold Eidsness; U.S. Court of Appeals Case No: 25-2101 2. U.S. v. Shaquiel Mendez; U.S. Court of Appeals Case No: 25-2127

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  • Published on July 14, 2026 - 19:29 GMT

    Eddy County Clerk of Court office closing at 1:00 PM Wednesday, July 15, 2026

    The Eddy County Clerk of Court’s office will be closing at 1 pm Wednesday July  15, 2026. If anyone needs assistance with paying a fine or question on a court case please contact the Foster County Clerk at 652-1001 or email [email protected].

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  • Published on July 9, 2026 - 23:17 GMT

    New opinions: July 9, 2026

    Highlight: A district court's criminal judgments are summarily affirmed under N.D.R.App.P. 35.1(a)(3). Highlight: A district court's criminal judgments are summarily affirmed under N.D.R.App.P. 35.1(a)(3). Highlight: A final contempt order must be …

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  • Published on July 9, 2026 - 01:05 GMT

    Public Notice: Reappointment of Incumbent U.S. Magistrate Judge

    Public Notice: Reappointment of Incumbent U.S. Magistrate Judge The current term of Clare R. Hochhalter, United States Magistrate Judge for the District of North Dakota, is set to expire on February 7, 2027. The United States District Court for the …

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  • Published on July 9, 2026 - 01:05 GMT

    Steele County Clerk of Court office closed Friday, July 10th

    The Steele County Clerk of Court's office will be closed on Friday, July 10th. Patrons needing assistance may contact the Cass County clerks office at 701-451-6900 or email at: [email protected] 

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  • Published on July 8, 2026 - 14:08 GMT

    Vacancy in Judgeship No. 5, North Central Judicial District

    An order regarding the vacancy in North Central Judicial District Judgeship No. 5, with chambers in Minot, is posted on the public portal here:  https://portal.ctrack.ndcourts.gov/portal/court/68f021c4-6a44-4735-9a76-5360b2e8af13/case/eedfa480-5990-4859- …

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  • Published on July 6, 2026 - 15:06 GMT

    Annual Report on Departures from Mandatory Minimum Sentence

    North Dakota Century Code 12.1-32-02.3(3) requires the State Court Administrator to prepare an annual report on departures from mandatory minimum sentences for violations of chapter 19-03.1 and to make the report available on the world wide web. During …

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  • Published on July 6, 2026 - 15:06 GMT

    U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota essay contest winners

    In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota held an essay contest for North Dakota students in grades 6–12. Organized by the court's Federal Practice Committee’s Civic Engagement Subcommittee …

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  • Published on July 6, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Ramsey County Courthouse Closure

    The Ramsey County Courthouse will be closed at Noon July 16, 2026 through the end of July 17, 2026 due to electrical upgrades. Court staff will be working remotely and/or in Benson County if an emergency arises. The phone number for Ramsey County Courts is …

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  • Published on July 1, 2026 - 17:14 GMT

    Judge William F. Hodny 1932 - 2026

    Former District Judge and Supreme Court Surrogate Judge William F. Hodny died June 30, 2026. A visitation will be held July 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. followed by a service at 11:00 a.m. at DaWise-Perry Funeral Home in Mandan, North Dakota. A burial will occur …

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  • Published on July 1, 2026 - 17:14 GMT

    2026 report on departures from mandatory minimum sentences

    The state court administrator has issued the annual report on departures from mandatory minimum sentences for the period from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Download the report.

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