South Dakota § 13-37-27 Surrogate parent acting in place of parent--Immunity--Exceptions.

South Dakota Statutes

§ 13-37-27 — Surrogate parent acting in place of parent--Immunity--Exceptions.

South Dakota § 13-37-27

Title 13EDUCATION

Ch. 13-35SPECIAL ASSISTANCE AND RELATED SERVICES

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S.D. Codified Laws § 13-37-27 (2026).

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The surrogate parent may act in place of the parent in all matters relating to the identification, evaluation, and educational placement of a child in need; and to the provision of a free appropriate public education to the child in need. The surrogate parent is immune from suit when acting in the capacity of a surrogate parent except for acts or omissions which are grossly negligent, wanton, reckless, or malicious.

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The surrogate parent may act in place of the parent in all matters relating to the identification, evaluation, and educational placement of a child in need; and to the provision of a free appropriate public education to the child in need. The surrogate parent is immune from suit when acting in the capacity of a surrogate parent except for acts or omissions which are grossly negligent, wanton, reckless, or malicious.