South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-46-3. Hearing–Representation of subject–Opportunity to present evidence
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At a hearing ordered pursuant to this chapter, §§ 23A-10A-3 to 23A-10A-4.2, inclusive, 23A-26-12 to 23A-26-12.6, inclusive, or 23A-27-42 to 23A-27-46, inclusive, the person whose mental condition is the subject of the hearing shall be represented by counsel and, if he is financially unable to obtain adequate representation, counsel shall be appointed for him. The person shall be afforded an opportunity to testify, to present evidence, to subpoena witnesses on his behalf and to confront and cross–examine witnesses who appear at the hearing.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-46-3
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
- Testify: Answer questions in court.
Source: SL 1985, ch 192, § 32.