The affidavit required by § 16-2-29.2 of the moving party shall state the moving party’s inability to pay; the nature of the action, proceeding, or appeal; and a short concise statement of facts upon which the moving party believes he is entitled to redress.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 16-2-29.3

  • 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.
  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.

Source: SL 1982, ch 171, § 2.