After a certificate of readiness has been filed in a civil matter, all of the parties to the action may stipulate in writing for a continuance. After the stipulation has expired, the court shall notify the parties and set the matter for trial.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 15-11-10.1

  • Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.

Source: SL 1984, ch 145.