The consumer shall make a signed complaint against the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer alleging that damages may have been sustained. The consumer shall file the complaint with the secretary and shall send a copy of the complaint to the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer by United States registered mail. Except in case of seed which has not been planted the claim shall be filed within such time as to permit effective inspection of the plants under field conditions. Within five working days after receipt of a copy of complaint, the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer shall file with the secretary his answer to the complaint and send a copy to the consumer by United States registered mail.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 38-12A-23

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.

Source: SL 1988, ch 314, § 22.

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