South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-6-22.1. Suppression of name of minor victim of rape, incest, or sexual contact and details of alleged acts
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Notwithstanding the provisions of § 23A-6-22, upon the request of any minor victim or the minor victim’s parent or guardian in a prosecution for rape, incest, or sexual contact, the court shall order that the name of the minor and the specific details of the alleged acts be suppressed if the trial court finds a compelling interest after consideration of the following factors: the minor victim’s age, psychological maturity and understanding, the nature of the crime, the desires of the victim, and the interests of the parents and relatives.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-6-22.1
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
Source: SL 1995, ch 131; SL 2011, ch 124, § 1.