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Minnesota appellate courts impacted by vendor security breach
Sept. 2, 2026Read moreThe Minnesota Judicial Branch has learned its appellate courts have been impacted by a vendor security breach that involved user data.
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New statewide order prohibits firearms and other weapons in Minnesota court facilities
Aug. 25, 2026Read moreBeginning September 1, 2026, firearms and other weapons will be prohibited in court-occupied areas and other facilities used for official court business throughout Minnesota.
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Minnesota Judicial Branch announces passing of Lawyers Professional Responsibility Director
Aug. 6, 2026Read moreThe Minnesota Judicial Branch is deeply saddened to announce the death of Susan Humiston, the Director of the Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility and Client Security Board.
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Dakota County Courts celebrates opening of ICWA Court, Tribal flag ceremony
June 23, 2026Read moreThe First Judicial District celebrated the opening of the Dakota County Indian Child Welfare Act Court with a Tribal flag Installation ceremony at Hastings High School.
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Theodora Gaïtas named next Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice
May 19, 2026Read moreGovernor Tim Walz announced the appointment of Theodora Gaïtas as Minnesota’s next Supreme Court Chief Justice. She will assume the position on Oct. 1.
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See all Help TopicsChild Support
"Child support" is court-ordered payments for the financial support of a child. Under Minnesota law, a child has the right to be financially supported by both parents.
Conciliation Court
Conciliation Court is also known as "small claims" court. General claims of $20,000 or less can be filed in Conciliation Court.
Criminal Expungement
Expungement is the process of going to court to ask a judge to seal a court record.
Divorce
Getting divorced is a lot more complicated than getting married, and it can take several months before your divorce is final.
Domestic Abuse & Harassment
Minnesota has a law called the Domestic Abuse Act, which is found at Minn. Stat. ch. 518B.
Self-Help Centers
Self-Help Centers can help you find helpful information, services, and resources about your legal problem if you are not represented by a lawyer.
Going to Court
People go to court for many reasons, and it’s common not to know what to expect. While it can feel overwhelming, here’s some helpful info and tips.
Landlord & Tenant Issues
Landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities come from federal and state laws, local rules, safety codes, contracts, and court decisions.
How Do I...?
eFile in District Court
eFS is a web-based system used to electronically file and serve documents in the Minnesota district courts.
Participate in a Remote Hearing
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is conducting some court hearings remotely.
Represent Myself in Court
A person who goes to court without being represented by a lawyer is called "self-represented" or "pro se." Pro se is a Latin term that means "for oneself."
Access the Supreme Court Calendar
Calendars and case summaries are available each month of the term.
Access the Court of Appeals Calendar
Court of Appeals oral arguments are open to the public.