South Dakota Codified Laws 15-9-15. Service by publication on unknown parties
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When it is made to appear by affidavit, made by or on behalf of the plaintiff, that there is reason to believe that there may be unknown persons, whether personal representatives, devisees, legatees, heirs, or creditors, of any person having an interest in the subject matter of the suit, or any other unknown person having claim of any character which might be adversely affected by the judgment to be rendered in the suit, the court may grant an order for the service of the summons upon such unknown persons by publication.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 15-9-15
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.
Source: Supreme Court Rule adopted May 22, 1943; SDC Supp 1960, § 33.0812 (8).