Any citizen of this state may bring an action in circuit court for an injunction to restrain anyone practicing veterinary medicine without a license and registration certificate as required by this chapter. The Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners may bring action for such injunctive relief and are authorized to employ counsel from their treasury for such purpose. An action for injunction shall be an alternate to criminal proceedings, and the commencement of one proceeding by the board constitutes an election.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 36-12-28

  • Injunction: An order of the court prohibiting (or compelling) the performance of a specific act to prevent irreparable damage or injury.

Source: SL 1961, ch 201, § 20; revised pursuant to SL 1972, ch 15, § 4.