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Sign in South Dakota Criminal Law

Current through 2026 South Dakota legislative session

In South Dakota criminal law, “Sign” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the South Dakota criminal code.

What does “Sign” mean in South Dakota criminal law?

(8) "Sign," to affix a signature directly or indirectly by means of handwriting, typewriter, signature stamp, computer impulse, or other means; and (9) "Single state agency," the state agency which administers the program, or any person who by virtue of a contract or agreement with the state administers any part of the program, or processes or pays claims for the program. (SDCL § 22-45-1)

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