South Dakota § 27B-3-42 Transfer of resident from state facility to another--Notice before transfer--Emergency transfer.

South Dakota Statutes

§ 27B-3-42 — Transfer of resident from state facility to another--Notice before transfer--Emergency transfer.

South Dakota § 27B-3-42

Title 27BDEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED PERSONS

Ch. 27B-2STATE INSTITUTIONS FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED PERSONS

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S.D. Codified Laws § 27B-3-42 (2026).

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Any person in a state facility may be transferred to any other state or private facility if the person would benefit from the treatment offered at the facility. A transfer may only be made with the mutual consent of both facilities or agencies. No transfer may occur until all reasonable efforts have been made to consult with the person and the person's nearest relative or guardian. However, the transfer may be effected earlier if necessitated by an emergency. If an emergency situation arises, the required notice shall be given as soon as possible thereafter.

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Any person in a state facility may be transferred to any other state or private facility if the person would benefit from the treatment offered at the facility. A transfer may only be made with the mutual consent of both facilities or agencies. No transfer may occur until all reasonable efforts have been made to consult with the person and the person's nearest relative or guardian. However, the transfer may be effected earlier if necessitated by an emergency. If an emergency situation arises, the required notice shall be given as soon as possible thereafter.