A finding by the court that a parent has a history of committing domestic abuse or has an assault conviction as defined in § 25-4-45.5, creates a rebuttable presumption that joint physical custody is not in the best interests of the child.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 25-4A-22

  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.

Source: SL 2014, ch 122, § 2.