South Dakota Codified Laws 12-5-3.9. Certification of candidates or slates by state chairperson–Mandamus to compel certification–Hearing
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The state chairperson of the political party shall certify the candidates or slates to the secretary of state. If the state chairperson wrongfully refuses to certify any candidate or slate, the aggrieved candidate or slate of delegates and alternates is entitled to a writ of mandamus against the state chairperson pursuant to chapter 21-29 to compel certification. A hearing upon the writ shall be held within five days of the commencement of the action.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 12-5-3.9
- Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
Source: SL 1976, ch 106, § 3; SDCL Supp, § 12-5-3.5; SL 1977, ch 107, § 4; SL 2007, ch 74, § 8.