South Dakota Codified Laws 25-4-30.1. Venue of action–Change by defendant
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An action for divorce or separate maintenance may be commenced in the county of residence of either party, subject to the right of the defendant to have the place of trial changed to the county where the defendant resides.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 25-4-30.1
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
Source: SDC 1939, § 14.0720; SDCL, § 25-4-30; SL 1974, ch 174, § 2.