Any peace officer, officer or agent of a humane society, or agent of the board may use all necessary means to control a dangerous animal so as not to immediately jeopardize the health or safety of themselves or others. Any officer or agent of a humane society, agent of the board, or peace officer may enter, search, and investigate premises, take testimony from owner and witnesses and seize, impound, or euthanize a dangerous animal.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 40-1-24

  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.

Source: SL 1991, ch 331, § 8.