SOUTH DAKOTA SMALL CLAIMS INFORMATION

Relevant Statutes:

Maximum Dollar Limit:

Locating Agent For Service:

Online Court Forms:

Service Of Process:

Hearing Date:

Attorneys:

Transfer:

Appeals:

Additional Information:

South Dakota Compiled Laws Annotated, Title 15, Ch. 39, Sections 45-78.

$8,000.

Secretary of State Corporation Division, State Capitol, 500 E. Capitol Ave.,
Suite 204, Pierre, SD 57501; Phone: (605) 773-4845; Fax: (605) 773-4550.

Unavailable.

Certified or registered mail first, return receipt (service is binding on a defendant who refuses to accept and sign for the letter). If undeliverable then by sheriff or court-approved adult, who is a resident of the county.

Set by the court.

Allowed.

Allowed at judge's discretion if defendant requests jury trial at least 5 days prior to the hearing with an affidavit justifying the transfer because the facts are complex. Will proceed under formal rules of civil procedure and evidence.

Not allowed.

Not applicable.

NOTE: This page provides general information regarding filing a claim against an airline in the above state. For information regarding filing other types of claims in small claims court review the relevant statutes above, check with the court clerk in the appropriate county and/or consult an attorney. As fees may change, consult the court clerk or court website for the appropriate costs. This site is up-to-date as of the posting of this site in January 2006. Always check with the court clerk in the appropriate jurisdiction for the most up-to-date statutes and local rules as statutes and rules may change.