The earnings of a spouse are not liable for the debts of the other spouse. The earnings and accumulations of a spouse and of his or her minor children living with him or her or in his or her custody while he or she is living separate from the other spouse are his or her separate property.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 25-2-12

Source: SDC 1939, § 14.0206; SL 1984, ch 12, § 43.