An oral authorization is sufficient for any purpose, except that an authority to enter into a contract, other than a negotiable instrument, required by law to be in writing can only be given by an instrument in writing.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 59-2-3

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.

Source: CivC 1877, § 1348; CL 1887, § 3971; RCivC 1903, § 1667; RC 1919, § 1249; SDC 1939, § 3.0204.