South Dakota Codified Laws 15-7-8. Continuance of action to permit defense by motorist served through secretary of state
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When process is served pursuant to § 15-7-7, the court in which the action is pending may order such continuance as may be necessary to afford the defendant or his personal representative reasonable opportunity to defend any such action not exceeding ninety days from the date of filing of the action in such court.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 15-7-8
- Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
Source: SDC 1939, § 33.0809; SL 1957, ch 178; SL 1963, ch 226.