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Code · South Dakota · Title 15 · Chapter 15-9

15-9-4. Dismissal of action for failure to give security for costs.

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An action in which security for costs is required by § 15-9-1 , and has not been given, shall be dismissed on a motion and notice by the defendant at any time before judgment unless in a reasonable time to be allowed by the court such security for costs be given in an amount to be designated by the court.
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