South Dakota Codified Laws 25-8-49. Admission of paternity as prima facie evidence
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An admission by an alleged father of paternity of a child born out of wedlock, other than completion of an affidavit of paternity which creates a presumption of paternity as specified within this chapter, is prima facie evidence of paternity.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 25-8-49
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- 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: SL 1984, ch 190, § 48; SL 1994, ch 204, § 17.