South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-26-2. (Rule 31(b)) Return of verdict as to one of two or more defendants–Retrial of defendantsas to whom verdict not reached
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If there are two or more defendants, a jury at any time during its deliberation may return a verdict or verdicts with respect to a defendant or defendants as to whom it has agreed. If a jury cannot agree with respect to all, the defendant or defendants as to whom it does not agree may be tried again.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-26-2
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
Source: SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 34.3670; SDCL, § 23-45-24; SL 1978, ch 178, § 326.