South Dakota State Process Service

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In South Dakota, the rules governing service of process are outlined in the South Dakota Codified Laws (SDCL) Title 15, Chapter 6. Key aspects include:

Who May Serve Process:

• Service can be performed by the sheriff, a constable, or any person not a party to the action who is an elector of any state.

Methods of Service:

1. Personal Service:
   • Delivering a copy of the summons directly to the defendant.
2. Substituted Service:
   • If the defendant cannot be conveniently found, leaving a copy at their dwelling with a family member over the age of fourteen.
3. Service by Mail:
   • Mailing a copy of the summons, two copies of the notice and admission of service, and a return envelope, postage prepaid, addressed to the sender.

Service on Corporations:

• For domestic corporations, service is made on the president, secretary, treasurer, director, or managing or registered agent.

Proof of Service:

• Proof must state the time, place, and manner of service and can be made by the server's affidavit or the defendant's written admission.

Time to Respond:

After service, the defendant has thirty days to answer or otherwise respond to the complaint.