South Dakota § 23A-27A-27 Pregnancy of defendant--Examination--Report.

South Dakota Statutes

§ 23A-27A-27 — Pregnancy of defendant--Examination--Report.

South Dakota § 23A-27A-27

Title 23ACRIMINAL PROCEDURE

Ch. 23A-26CAPITAL PUNISHMENT

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S.D. Codified Laws § 23A-27A-27 (2026).

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If there is reasonable ground to believe that a female defendant sentenced to death is pregnant, the warden having her in custody shall arrange for an examination of the defendant to determine her condition. Upon the completion of the examination, the warden shall make a report in writing over the warden's signature, stating the facts, and submit the report to the secretary of corrections, the sentencing court, and the Governor.

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If there is reasonable ground to believe that a female defendant sentenced to death is pregnant, the warden having her in custody shall arrange for an examination of the defendant to determine her condition. Upon the completion of the examination, the warden shall make a report in writing over the warden's signature, stating the facts, and submit the report to the secretary of corrections, the sentencing court, and the Governor.