South Dakota Statutes
§ 20-11-2 — Classes of defamation.
Defamation is effected by:
(1)Libel; or (2) Slander.
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Legislative History
CivC 1877, § 28; CL 1887, § 2527; RCivC 1903, § 28; RC 1919, § 94; SDC 1939, § 47.0502.
Nearby Sections
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§ 20-1-1
Obligation defined.§ 20-1-2
Origin of obligations.§ 20-10-2
Acts constituting deceit.§ 20-10A-1
Definition of terms.§ 20-10A-2
Cause of action for damages.§ 20-10A-3
Liability for damages.§ 20-10A-4
Limitation on actions for damages.§ 20-11-2
Classes of defamation.