Section 16-2-66 - Commission on Access to the Courts-Purpose-ActionThe Commission on Access to the Courts shall work collaboratively across the justice system to advance efforts to promote equal access to the court and inspire a high level of trust and confidence in the South Dakota court system. This may include:
(1) Recommending improvements in court processes, procedures, and policies;(2) Addressing access to counsel and collaborative efforts with entities that provide legal representation pro bono or at reduced cost for low-income or disadvantaged individuals;(3) Developing models to assist self-represented litigants and addressing barriers to access to the court system;(4) Increasing the availability of legal aid services statewide;(5) Expanding the availability of effective use of technology; and(6) Providing outreach efforts and strategic planning to ensure timely and effective access to the judicial system.Supreme Court Rule 24-03, § 2, eff. Feb. 20, 2024.Added by Supreme Court Rule 24-03, § 2, eff. 2/20/2024.