For the purposes of this chapter, the term, next of kin, means, in order of priority stated, the person‘s:

(1) Spouse, if not legally separated;

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 34-20A-2.2

  • Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2

(2) Adult son or daughter;

(3) Parent; and

(4) Adult brother or sister.

Source: SL 2023, ch 117, § 2.