The operation of any crematory in this state, other than a medical facility crematory, must at all times be under the direction and supervision of a person who:

(1) Is licensed as a funeral director, in accordance with chapter 36-19; and

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 34-26A-3

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

(2) Has successfully completed a crematory operator program approved by the State Board of Funeral Service.

Source: SL 1988, ch 283, § 3; SL 2014, ch 170, § 1; SL 2023, ch 129, § 3.