The complaint in an action pursuant to § 31-17-11 shall briefly set forth sufficient facts to show that conditions exist which authorize the bringing of such action, a statement in reasonable detail describing the construction, improvement, or repair of such highway which is claimed to be necessary, the estimated cost thereof, and the reasons the same are necessary; the adjoining township shall have thirty days to answer the complaint and in its answer shall briefly set forth the reasons why it claims it should not be required to contribute to such construction, improvement, or repair.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 31-17-13

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.

Source: SL 1961, ch 152, § 7.