A challenge for cause is an objection to a particular juror. It may be taken either by the state or a defendant.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-20-9

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Juror: A person who is on the jury.

Source: SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 34.3617; SDCL, § 23-43-29; SL 1978, ch 178, § 242; SL 1999, ch 282.