It shall be an unfair practice for an employer to:

(1) Interfere with, restrain, or coerce employees in the exercise of rights guaranteed by law;

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 60-9A-12

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.

(2) Dominate, interfere, or assist in the formation or administration of any collective bargaining unit, or contribute financial or other support to it; provided, an employer shall not be prohibited from permitting employees to confer with him during working hours without loss of time or pay;

(3) Discriminate in regard to hire or tenure or employment or any term or condition of employment to encourage or discourage membership in any collective bargaining unit;

(4) Discharge or otherwise discriminate against an employee because he has filed a complaint, affidavit, petition, or given any information or testimony under this chapter;

(5) Refuse to negotiate collectively in good faith with a formal representative; or

(6) Fail or refuse to comply with any provision of this chapter.

Source: SL 1974, ch 323, § 12.