About

The Fort Berthold District Court is committed to the fair, impartial, and efficient administration of justice in accordance with the laws and traditions of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation. As a court of general jurisdiction, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of legal and professional excellence in all matters brought before us. Our mission is to provide accessible, transparent, and respectful judicial services while ensuring due process, equal protection, and the preservation of individual rights for all who come before the Court.

Located within the sovereign territory of the Fort Berthold Reservation, the Court serves the community with integrity and accountability. We recognize the vital role the judiciary plays in fostering trust, strengthening the rule of law, and promoting the well-being of our community. Through our commitment to justice, service, and cultural understanding, the Fort Berthold District Court strives to be a pillar of stability and fairness in the ongoing development of tribal governance and sovereignty.