Sioux County District Court

Sioux County District Court cases in Sioux County, Harrison, NE

Sioux County District Court in Harrison, Nebraska, is a state district court (trial court of general jurisdiction) within the Twelfth Judicial District. It conducts jury and bench trials and has original jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, equity matters, and higher‑value civil disputes. The court also handles domestic relations and other family law matters, including divorce, custody, and child support. In its appellate capacity, it reviews certain decisions of the Sioux County Court, such as appeals from misdemeanors, traffic/infraction cases, and small claims, as provided by Nebraska law. The district court issues orders and judgments, manages case filings and motions, and provides overall trial-level adjudication for major civil and criminal matters arising in Sioux County.

Sioux County District Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Sioux County District Court

Sioux County District Court functions as the county's general-jurisdiction trial court. Core services include:
- Case filings/docketing for criminal, civil, family/domestic (divorce, custody), juvenile, traffic/infractions, small claims, and probate/estate matters, as authorized by state law.
- Protective orders (domestic abuse, stalking) and related hearings.
- Court proceedings: arraignments, motions, case management, bench/jury trials, sentencings, and reviews.
- Jury services: summons, qualification, orientation, and juror support.
- Records/public access: case search, copies, certifications, and sealing/expungement where permitted.
- Financial processing: filing fees, fines, restitution, and payment plans.
- Scheduling and case management, including continuances and interpreter coordination.
- Self-help resources and referrals to statewide forms.

Its role is to administer justice, manage records, and provide accessible, orderly proceedings for the public.