South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-18-1. (Rule 23(a)) Trial by jury unless waived by parties
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Cases required to be tried by a jury shall be so tried unless the defendant waives a jury trial in writing or orally on the record with the approval of the court and the consent of the prosecuting attorney.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-18-1
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
Source: SL 1978, ch 178, § 230.