South Dakota Codified Laws 25-7-23. Abandonment and nonsupport of spouse or children as prima facie evidence of intent
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Proof of the abandonment and nonsupport of a spouse, or of the omission to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter, or of medical attendance for a child or children is prima facie evidence that such abandonment and nonsupport or omission to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical attendance is intentional.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 25-7-23
- Children: includes children by birth and by adoption. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
Source: SDC 1939, § 13.3207 as enacted by SL 1963, ch 56, § 1; SL 1984, ch 12, § 51.