South Dakota Statutes

§ 15-6-57 — Declaratory judgments.

South Dakota § 15-6-57
JurisdictionSouth Dakota
Title 15CIVIL PROCEDURE
Ch. 15RULES OF PROCEDURE IN CIRCUIT COURTS

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S.D. Codified Laws § 15-6-57 (2026).

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The procedure for obtaining a declaratory judgment pursuant to chapter 21-24 , shall be in accordance with this chapter, and the right to trial by jury may be demanded under the circumstances and in the manner provided in §§ 15-6-38 and 15-6-39 . The existence of another adequate remedy does not preclude a judgment for declaratory relief in cases where it is appropriate. The court may order a speedy hearing of an action for a declaratory judgment and may advance it on the calendar.

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Legislative History

SD RCP, Rule 57, as adopted by Sup. Ct. Order March 29, 1966, effective July 1, 1966.

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