South Dakota Codified Laws 16-2-29.4. Waiver of filing fees–Dismissal of action if allegation of poverty untrue or action frivolous or malicious
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The court may, at any time after filing of the affidavit, dismiss any civil action, proceeding, or appeal if the allegation of poverty is found to be untrue or if satisfied that the action, proceeding, or appeal is frivolous or malicious.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 16-2-29.4
- 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.
- Allegation: something that someone says happened.
- 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, § 3.