South Dakota Codified Laws 21-36-17. Judgment for state if no answer or motion served–Proof required
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If, in an action brought under the provisions of this chapter, no answer or motion be served within the time required by § 21-36-9 the plaintiff may apply to the court for judgment in accordance with the prayer of the complaint, but no judgment shall be given or made except upon proofs adduced in open court.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 21-36-17
- 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.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
Source: SL 1909, ch 104, § 4; RC 1919, § 3052; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 37.4203.