Justice
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Articles and investigations on South Dakota's criminal justice system, from its two growing metro cities to the unique challenges in rural and reservation areas.
Treatment courts help reduce South Dakota's prison population
The state is exploring solutions to address recidivism and ease the burden on prisons. Treatment courts show impressive results.
Civics and media series
The town halls, discussions and community gatherings are intended to increase civic engagement and help people be informed.
Poll: Majority of voters support new South Dakota prison
The new Sioux Falls facility has legislative authorization and support among voters surveyed. A rehabilitation task force will now focus on keeping people from reoffending.
'Real-life science experiment' fills critical legal gaps in rural SD
After more than a decade, a financial incentive program in South Dakota has placed 36 lawyers in areas that lack access to critical legal services.
Igloo bunker residents file class-action lawsuit against owner
More than 150 plaintiffs could be part of $17 million legal action at the "prepper" complex in southwest South Dakota.
Rhoden appoints new Corrections secretary
Opponents of the new prison raised concerns about the "chaos" in the DOC. A former corrections officer claims he faced retribution for complaining about problems at the Jameson Prison.
Free training on accessing South Dakota courts Oct. 10
Judges and staff will explain how the state court system works and how journalists and state residents can access court documents and attend hearings.