For the purposes of this chapter, children shall have the same residency as their parents, the party granted their legal custody pursuant to court order or decree, or as fixed by their guardian.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 28-13-5

  • Children: includes children by birth and by adoption. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.

Source: SDC 1939, § 50.0102 (2); SL 1976, ch 173, § 6.