The Supreme Court at Adams-Edmore - The October 26, 2009, photos

The Supreme Court visited the Adams-Edmore Public School on Monday, October 26, 2009, in Edmore.

The Supreme Court at Williston - The September 14, 2009, photos

The Supreme Court traveled to Williston September 14 to meet with students and hear oral arguments in a case.

The Supreme Court at the University of Mary - The September 10, 2009, photos

Chief Justice Gerald VandeWalle opens the session of Court at the University of Mary as the justices look on

State of the Judiciary Message to the Bar 2009

I am pleased to be here today to deliver the Court's annual message to this assembly. I intend to outline briefly some of the matters, other than legal actions, that have occupied the Judicial Branch since I last spoke with you. We have decided to "go green" and this message has not been printed.

State of the Judiciary Message 2009

This is the 9th State of the Judiciary message I have presented to you and the 25th Assembly of the North Dakota Legislature I have had the opportunity to observe. I do not take the privilege to appear before you lightly, and I continue to feel that sense of excitement and anticipation that, at least for me, comes with each session.

The Supreme Court at UND School of Law - The October 28-29, 2008, photos

John Morrison represented the appellant in Bragg v Burlington Resources Oil & Gas Co. the North Dakota as the North Dakota Supreme Court opened its visit to UND on Oct. 28

The Supreme Court in Hatton-Northwood - The October 27, 2008, photos

An all-school assembly started the Supreme Court's day at Hatton-Northwood

State of the Judiciary Message 2008

In past years we have made printed copies of this message and attached to it the Annual Report of the Courts. Because both the State of the Judiciary and the Annual Report are readily accessible on the Supreme Court website, almost simultaneously with my appearance, we have not done so this year. The Supreme Court website address is: www.ndcourts.gov.

The Supreme Court in Cooperstown - The April 22, 2008, photos

The Supreme Court traveled to Cooperstown April 22 to meet with students and hear oral arguments in a case

The Supreme Court in Valley City - The April 21, 2008 photos

The Supreme Court traveled to Valley City April 21 to meet with students and hear oral arguments in a case

The Supreme Court at Dickinson Trinity - The Feb. 19, 2008, photos

The Supreme Court traveled to Dickinson Feb. 19 to meet with students at Trinity High School and to hear oral arguments in a case

The Supreme Court at UND - The October 2007 photos

The Supreme Court made its annual trip to the University of North Dakota School of Law from October 29-31, 2007.

State of the Judiciary Message to the Bar 2007

I am pleased to be here today to report on the State of the North Dakota Judiciary. I know your time is limited, so I will move right into my remarks.

State of the Judiciary Message 2007

This past year we have been marking the thirtieth anniversary of the amendment of the North Dakota Constitution and the changes that brought to the Judicial Branch. Thirty years ago, we had a multi-tiered county and municipal court system with overlapping jurisdiction, judges without law training, and unwritten rules of court.

The Supreme Court at UND - The October 5, 2006, photos

The Supreme Court made its annual Homecoming trip to the University of North Dakota School of Law on October 5, 2006.

State of the Judiciary Message 2006

Thirty years ago, the citizens of North Dakota voted to amend Article VI of the North Dakota Constitution. This amendment created a uniform court system and gave the Supreme Court administrative authority over the District courts and any lesser courts that may be established by law. What an act of great faith that was by the people of this state.

The Supreme Court in Garrison - The November 1, 2005, photos

A sign at Garrison High School greeted the Supreme Court on its Nov. 1 visit

The Supreme Court at UND - The September 29, 2005, photos

Justice Dan Crothers meets with students at UND on Sept. 29 at a reception for the Court

State of the Judiciary Message to the Bar 2005

As I have stated in past presentations, change is ever present and it seems almost all consuming. In a quotation by E. B. White, he said, "The only sense that is common in the long run, is the sense of change - and we all instinctively avoid it."

The Supreme Court in Beulah - The May 2, 2005, photos

Justice Carol Kapsner speaks to students at Beulah High School.

State of the Judiciary Message 2005

Over the entrance of the Yale Law School, there is a carved inscription that reads: "The law is a living growth, not a changeless code." So, in reviewing remarks from prior years, the focus has been on change.

The Supreme Court at Minot State University - The November 8, 2004 photos

Justice Carol Kapsner and Chief Justice Gerald VandeWalle discuss plans for the Supreme Court's day at Minot State University

The Supreme Court at UND Law School - The October 14, 2004 photos

The Supreme Court made its annual Homecoming trip to the University of North Dakota School of Law on October 14, 2004.

The Supreme Court at NDSU - The October 13, 2004 photos

Justice William Neumann speaks to an NDSU class during the Supreme Court's Oct. 13 visit

The Supreme Court at Kenmare - The April 27, 2004 photos

Kenmare Public School shows its patriotism towards the nation and the state

Notice of Comment

Proposed Amendments to Rule 16, North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure

Notice of Consultation

In the Matter of the Judicial Vacancy in District Judgeship No. 4, with Chambers in Fargo, North Dakota, East Central Judicial District

Notice of Consultation

Supreme Court No. 20030326 Notice of Consultation in the Matter of the Judicial Vacancy in District Judgeship No. 1, with Chambers in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Northeast Central Judicial District

Order of Adoption

Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Professional Conduct

Notice of Comment

Proposed Amendments to Commentary to Canon 4G, Code of Judicial Conduct

The Supreme Court in Grafton - The November 17, 2003 photos

Grafton High School prepares to welcome the North Dakota Supreme Court.

Amended Administrative Rule

Amendments to North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rule 44, Informal Complaint Procedure

Order of Adoption

Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Criminal Procedure

Amended Notice of Consultation

In the Matter of the Judicial Vacancy in District Judgeship No. 2, with Chambers in Bismarck, North Dakota, South Central Judicial District

Order of Adoption

Supreme Court No. 200300198 Amendments to North Dakota Rules of Appellate Procedure 10, 21, 40 and 43; North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure 4, 6, 33 and 37; North Dakota Rules of Criminal Procedure 5, 10, and 43; North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rule 13

Notice of Comment

Proposed Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure and the Rules of Criminal Procedure

The Supreme Court at UND Law School - The September 25, 2003 photos

The Supreme Court made its annual Homecoming trip to the University of North Dakota School of Law in September 2003.

Amended Administrative Order

Administrative Order 15 - INTERACTIVE TELEVISION PROJECT SOUTHEAST JUDICIAL DISTRICT [REPEALED]

Notice of Hearing

Proposed Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Appellate Procedure, Civil Procedure, Criminal Procedure, and North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rules

Supplemental Notice of Comment

Supreme Court No. 20030098 Planning Recommendations Proposed Administrative Reorganization of the Judicial System

Amended Administrative Order

Supreme Court No. 20030036 Amendments to N.D. Sup. Ct. Admin. Order 14 - Electronic Filing Pilot Project

Order

Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Professional Conduct and North Dakota Rules for Lawyer Discipline

Amended Administrative Rule

Amendments to N.D. Sup. Ct. Admin. R. 7 - Designation of Judgeships and Chambers with Assignments

Notice of Comment

Proposed Administrative Reorganization of the Judicial System

The Supreme Court at Northern Cass - The May 13, 2003 photos

A computerized welcome greets the Court as they enter the grounds of Northern Cass School—"Home of the Jaguars."

The Supreme Court in Bottineau - The April 29, 2003 photos

Bottineau High School welcomes the Court with a patriotic sign. Superintendent Mike Ness, High School Principal Ross Roemmich, and Government Instructor Larry Gienger arranged the day's activities.

Final Order

N.D. Sup. Ct. Admin. R. 43 Appendix--Guidelines for approving training programs and continuing education coursework for ADR neutrals

Notice of Comment

N.D. Sup. Ct. Admin. R. 43 Appendix - Guidelines for approving training programs and continuing education coursework for ADR neutrals

Administrative Order

Administrative Order 15 - INTERACTIVE TELEVISION PROJECT SOUTHEAST JUDICIAL DISTRICT

Order of Adoption

Amendments to North Dakota Rule of Court 8.5 Domestic Relations Summary Proceeding

Administrative Order

Administrative Order 14 - ELECTRONIC FILING PILOT PROJECT

Order of Adoption

NORTH DAKOTA DOCKET CURRENCY STANDARDS FOR DISTRICT COURTS

Erickstad sculpture unveiled

A bust of former Chief Justice Ralph J. Erickstad now stands outside the courtroom that bears his name

State of the Judiciary Message 2003

In our own time, much has happened since I appeared before you last legislative session. Events have occurred that are reshaping our world. Yet, our form of government, through the rule of law, not only prevails, but also provides a beacon for the free world.

Order of Adoption

Proposed Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Criminal Procedure and Rules of Appellate Procedure

Order of Adoption

Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Court, and Supreme Court Administrative Rules

The Supreme Court in Minot - The November 13, 2002 photos

Slippery roads were replaced with a warm welcome as the Supreme Court arrives at Minot High School's Magic City Campus.

The Supreme Court at UND Law School - The October 18, 2002 photos

The Supreme Court makes its annual Homecoming trip to the University of North Dakota School of Law.

Order of Adoption

ORDER OF ADOPTION

Amended Administrative Order

INTERACTIVE TELEVISION PILOT PROJECT EAST CENTRAL JUDICIAL DISTRICT

Administrative Rule

Proposed Administrative Rule Establishing a Judicial Improvement Program

Administrative Order

INTERACTIVE TELEVISION PILOT PROJECT EAST CENTRAL JUDICIAL DISTRICT Administrative Order 13

Notice of Comment

Proposed Administrative Rule Establishing a Judicial Improvement Program

The Supreme Court in Crosby - The September 30, 2002 photos

A hearty welcome begins the day.

Amended Notice of Hearing

AMENDED NOTICE OF HEARING

Amended Order

2002 ND 54

Order

2002 ND 124

Notice of Hearing

Proposed Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Court and Supreme Court Administrative Rules

Order

JURY SELECTION PROCEDURE

The Supreme Court in Watford City - The May 7, 2002 photos

The Supreme Court was greeted by this sign on arriving at Watford City High School.

Order

In the Matter of the Petition to Change the Resident Chambers for District Judgeship No. 8, Northwest Judicial District, from Watford City to Minot

Order

Petition for Writ of Prohibition

Final Order of Adoption

FINAL ORDER OF ADOPTION

Order of Adoption

Amendments to North Dakota Standards for Imposing Lawyer Sanctions 4.33

Order of Adoption

Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Professional Conduct and North Dakota Rules of Lawyer Discipline

Order

Administrative Rule 1 - RULE RELATING TO STATE COURT ADMINISTRATOR

Order Transferring Judgeship

In the Matter of the Judicial Vacancy in District Judgeship No. 6, With Chambers in Minot, North Dakota, Northwest Judicial District

Order of Adoption

Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Appellate Procedure, and Rules of Court

Notice of Comment

Amendments to Rule 32, North Dakota Rules of Criminal Procedure

The Supreme Court at UND Law School - The October 17, 2001 photos

The Supreme Court makes its annual Homecoming trip to the University of North Dakota School of Law.

The Supreme Court at NDSU - The October 16, 2001 photos

For the first time in 19 years, the Supreme Court travels to North Dakota State University to meet with students and to hear arguments in a case.

The Supreme Court in Fessenden - The October 16, 2002 photos

The day begins at the Wells County Courthouse with a warm welcome.

Notice of Hearings

In the Matter of the Judicial Vacancy in District Judgeship No. 6, with Chambers in Minot, North Dakota, Northwest Judicial District

The Supreme Court in Edgeley - The September 21, 2001 photos

The Supreme Court arriving at the Edgeley School meets with Principal Todd Kosel.

Notice of Hearing

Proposed Amendments to North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rule 9

Order

In the Matter of the Name Change of the State Bar Board to the State Board of Law Examiners

Final Order of Adoption

Amendments to North Dakota Rules of Appellate Procedure 4, 10, 31, and 32, and North Dakota Rules of Court 8.5

Order of Adoption

Amendments to North Dakota Admission to Practice Rules

Notice of Hearing

Proposed Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Appellate Procedure, Rules of Court

Order of Adoption

Amendments to North Dakota Rules of Appellate Procedure 4, 10, 31, and 32, and North Dakota Rules of Court 8.5

Order of Adoption

Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Professional Conduct and North Dakota Rules of Lawyer Discipline

Order of Adoption

Administrative Rule 47 - Record Searches

The Supreme Court at Turtle Mountain Community College - The May 3, 2001 photos

Turtle Mountain Community College is located at Belcourt, on the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation.

The Supreme Court in Rugby - The May 2, 2001 photos

The Supreme Court arrives at Rugby. Superintendent Richard Lavik briefs the Court on planned activities.

Order

In the Matter of the Petition for Approval of the South Central Judicial District Drug Court

Order of Adoption

Administrative Rule 46 - Duties and Appointment of the Clerk of the District Court

Notice of Hearing

Proposed Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Professional Conduct and North Dakota Rules of Lawyer Discipline

Order of Adoption

Amendments to Rule 6.2, North Dakota Rules for Lawyer Discipline