The writ of mandamus cannot be granted by default. The case must be heard by the court, whether the adverse party appear or not.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 21-29-4

  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

Source: CCivP 1877, § 698; CL 1887, § 5520; RCCivP 1903, § 767; RC 1919, § 3009; Supreme Court Rule 611, 1939; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 37.4503.