South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-14-14. Interstate summons of witnesses–Definition of terms
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Terms used in §§ 23A-14-14 to 23A-14-24, inclusive, mean:
(1) “Witness,” a person whose testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand jury or in a criminal action, prosecution, or proceeding;
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-14-14
- Grand jury: agreement providing that a lender will delay exercising its rights (in the case of a mortgage,
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
- Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(2) “State,” any state or territory of the United States and the District of Columbia;
(3) “Summons,” a summons, subpoena, order, or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.
Source: SL 1937, ch 259, § 1; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 34.2501; SDCL, § 23-40-14; SL 1978, ch 178, § 186.