The summons and complaint must be of the same form and substance as otherwise provided by the laws of this state for the commencement of civil actions, and shall be served in the same manner as provided by §§ 21-41-8 and 21-41-9.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 21-42-8

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.

Source: SL 1941, ch 161, § 4; SL 1943, ch 140; SDC Supp 1960, § 37.16A04.