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State of North Dakota Courts Press Releases

3,744 Press Releases
  • Published on April 27, 2026 - 18:01 GMT

    U.S. District Court announces America's 250 Birthday Essay Contest.

    The Federal Practice Committee for the United States District Court for the District of North Dakota, coordinated through the Civic Engagement Subcommittee, invites all North Dakota students, in grades 6 through 12, to participate in an essay contest about …

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  • Published on April 24, 2026 - 20:31 GMT

    Bismarck High School Newcomer Students Visit North Dakota Supreme Court

    A group of 15 newcomer students from Bismarck High School visited the North Dakota Supreme Court on April 23, gaining firsthand exposure to the state’s judicial system as part of their social studies coursework. The students, who are currently developing …

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  • Published on April 24, 2026 - 03:56 GMT

    Court System Releases 2025 Juvenile Annual Report

    The North Dakota Court System has released the 2025 Juvenile Court Annual Report, highlighting statewide trends and ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for youth and families through accountability, rehabilitation, and community-based interventions. The …

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  • Published on April 24, 2026 - 03:56 GMT

    Job Announcement: Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator

    Job Type: Part-Time/Temporary

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  • Published on April 22, 2026 - 17:13 GMT

    New opinions: April 22, 2026

    Interest of W.S. 2026 ND 86 Docket No.: 20260060 Filing Date: 4/22/2026 Case Type: Appeal - Juvenile - Termination of Parental Rights Author: McEvers, Lisa K. Fair Highlight: In terminating parental rights, juvenile courts are not statutorily required to …

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  • Published on April 20, 2026 - 20:39 GMT

    Velva High School visits Supreme Court

    Velva High School, led by teacher Ashley Peterson, took a tour of the state capitol on Monday, April 20th, 2026, followed by an observation of a live oral argument at the state Supreme Court. Following oral arguments, students met with Chief Justice Lisa …

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  • Published on April 20, 2026 - 15:12 GMT

    Kindred students visit Cass County Courts

    On April 9, 2026, a 5th grade class from Kindred, ND attended My Day in Court in Cass County.  As the students arrived, they were told that a theft had occurred in their classroom and all of their school-issued iPads were stolen.   Deputy Keith Anderson …

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  • Published on April 20, 2026 - 15:12 GMT

    Steele County Courthouse closed Monday, April 20th

    Steele County Courthouse closed Monday, April 20th due to an emergency water supply issue. Patrons may contact Cass County Clerks office for assistance at 701-451-6900 or via email at: [email protected]

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  • Published on April 15, 2026 - 23:43 GMT

    Judge Spahr visits Sunrise Elementary

    After receiving an invitation from Mrs. Jennifer Erp, District Court Judge Marina Spahr visited with 5th Grade students at Sunrise Elementary School in Bismarck on April 15, 2026. During the visit, Judge Spahr spoke to students about the structure of the …

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  • Published on April 15, 2026 - 23:42 GMT

    Fargo North students visit the Supreme Court

    Fargo North Law and Justice students visited the Supreme Court on April 15, led by teacher Melissa Evensen. This is the second group that Mrs. Evensen has brought to the supreme court this year to observe an oral argument at the Supreme Court. As part of …

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  • Published on April 15, 2026 - 23:41 GMT

    Ulysses S. Jones 1951-2026

    Devils Lake attorney Ulysses S. Jones died on April 8, 2026.  View the obituary here: https://www.gilbertsonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/ulysses-jones

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  • Published on April 14, 2026 - 18:11 GMT

    Notice(s) of Comment

    Notice(s) of Comment have been issued by the Supreme Court in the following matter(s): 20250243 – Amend. to North Dakota Rules for Lawyer Discipline 6.4 and 6.5, Rules of the Judicial Conduct Commission 7, North Dakota Rules of Court 8.9, Admission to …

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  • Published on April 13, 2026 - 22:32 GMT

    Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General - Bismarck

    ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL Position No: 125-28876 Position Title: Natural Resources and Native American Affairs General Counsel Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience. Click for Total Rewards Calculator Closing Date: April 27, 2026 Status: Full-Time …

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  • Published on April 13, 2026 - 18:56 GMT

    Job Announcement: Paralegal - Office of Disciplinary Counsel

    General Summary or Purpose This recruitment is for a part-time position working 20 hours per week with benefits provided. Interested applicants must submit the following:  1) resume; 2) cover letter with a summary explaining how the applicant's work …

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  • Published on April 13, 2026 - 18:56 GMT

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

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: No. 26-06 Position: Term Law Clerk to a United States Magistrate Judge Location: Fargo, North Dakota Starting Salary Range: $74,678 - $106,437 (JSP 11/1 – 13/1) Closing Date: Open until filled POSITION OVERVIEW: The United States …

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  • Published on April 13, 2026 - 15:53 GMT

    Steele County Clerk of Court's office closed Monday, April 13

    Steele County Clerk of Court's office closed Monday, April 13. Patrons needing assistance may contact the Cass County Clerk of Court office by calling 701-451-6900 or by email at [email protected]

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  • Published on April 9, 2026 - 22:54 GMT

    US District Court for the District of N.D. updated its Plan for the Adequate Representation of Defendants Under the Criminal ...

    The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota updated its Plan for the Adequate Representation of Defendants Under the Criminal Justice Act of 1964, as Amended (CJA Plan), effective April 1, 2026. Click to Download

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  • Published on April 9, 2026 - 22:53 GMT

    New opinions: April 9, 2026

    Garcia v. State 2026 ND 77 Docket No.: 20250418 Filing Date: 4/9/2026 Case Type: Appeal - Civil - Post-Conviction Relief Author: Per Curiam Highlight: The dismissal of an application for postconviction relief on the grounds that it was untimely and barred …

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  • Published on April 8, 2026 - 09:09 GMT

    Justice Mark A. Friese investiture

    A formal investiture ceremony for Supreme Court Justice Mark A. Friese will be held in the House Chamber of the the State Capitol on Friday, May 1 at 2:00 P.M. Download the invitation here: Download

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  • Published on April 8, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    North Dakota Court System Raises Awareness of “Traffic Violation” Scam

    Please be advised that the North Dakota Court System has been made aware that several scam messages purporting to be from the North Dakota Department of Transportation and the North Dakota Court System have been circulating.  The messages may be similar to …

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