An agent that violates the provisions of this chapter is liable to the principal or the principal’s successors in interest for the amount required to:

(1) Restore the value of the principal’s property to its value had the violation not occurred; and

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 59-12-16

(2) Reimburse the principal or the principal’s successors in interest for any attorney’s fees and costs paid on the agent’s behalf.

Source: SL 2020, ch 214, § 16.