Upon the filing of said complaint, the court may, upon application of the state’s attorney or attorney general, either before or after answer, upon notice to the party claiming such estate, if known, sufficient cause therefor being shown, appoint a receiver to take charge of said estate, and receive the rents and profits of the same until the rights of the parties are finally determined.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 21-36-12

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.

Source: SL 1909, ch 104, § 5; RC 1919, § 3053; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 37.4204.