The writ of execution, if it be against the person of the judgment debtor, shall require the officer substantially to arrest such debtor and commit him to the jail of the county until he shall pay the judgment, or be discharged according to law.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 15-18-9

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

Source: SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 33.1904 (3).