In all cases where the summons is served by publication, the complaint must be filed and the summons as published must state the date and place of such filing. The complaint need not be published.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 15-9-18

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.

Source: SDC 1939, § 33.0813; SL 1947, ch 154.