South Dakota Statutes

§ 25-5A-16 — Determination that petitioners know consequences.

South Dakota § 25-5A-16
JurisdictionSouth Dakota
Title 25DOMESTIC RELATIONS
Ch. 25-4BVOLUNTARY TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RELATIONS

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S.D. Codified Laws § 25-5A-16 (2026).

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At the time of the hearing the court, after full and complete inquiry, shall determine whether the petitioner or petitioners are fully aware of the purpose of the proceedings and the consequences of their act.

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In re the Termination of Parental Rights Over T.M.B.
416 N.W.2d 260 (South Dakota Supreme Court, 1987)
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In Re the Termination of Parental Rights of Ibanez
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416 N.W.2d 260 (South Dakota Supreme Court, 1987)

Legislative History

SL 1971, ch 165, § 6 (8).

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