Gregory County Circuit Court

Gregory County Circuit Court cases in Gregory County, Burke, SD

Gregory County Circuit Court in Burke is a South Dakota state circuit court and the county's court of general jurisdiction within the Unified Judicial System. It hears major civil cases, felony and misdemeanor criminal matters, domestic relations (divorce, custody, support), juvenile cases (delinquency and abuse/neglect), probate and guardianship, protection orders, and traffic and ordinance violations (often through its magistrate court). The court also handles small claims through magistrate judges and hears appeals from magistrate and municipal courts and certain administrative agencies. As the trial court of general jurisdiction for Gregory County, it oversees and administers local court services and case processing.

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Services and Case Types Handled in Gregory County Circuit Court

Gregory County Circuit Court serves as the county's trial court, providing:

- Case filings and processing: criminal (felony/misdemeanor), civil, small claims, family (divorce, custody, child support), juvenile, probate/guardianship, and traffic/ordinance matters.
- Protective orders: intake of petitions (domestic abuse, stalking, vulnerable adult), issuance of temporary orders, hearing scheduling, and coordination of service.
- Court hearings and trials: scheduling and notices, calendars, arraignments, motions, plea/sentencing, and jury/nonjury trials.
- Jury services: juror qualification, summons, reporting instructions, orientation, and payment.
- Records and payments: access to case records and certified copies; acceptance of fines, fees, restitution, and bonds.
- Public support: forms and self-help resources, interpreter services, and ADA accommodations.

Its primary role is to process filings, conduct fair and timely hearings, and issue enforceable orders that resolve disputes and protect public safety.