South Dakota Codified Laws 26-11A-3. Liability for medical and related services cost for committed juvenile–Securing payment on failure of responsible party to pay
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The parent or parents, guardian, conservator, custodian, or other responsible party is liable for the medical, dental, optical, psychological, and other like services of a juvenile committed to the Department of Corrections. Upon failure to pay, the department may proceed to secure payment of such costs by the parent or parents, guardian, conservator, custodian, or other responsible party through civil judgment.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 26-11A-3
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
Source: SL 1996, ch 172, § 53.