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Code · South Dakota · Title 16 · Chapter 16-16

16-16-2.3. Good moral character--Relevant conduct.

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(1)The presence of any of the following may be cause for further inquiry:
(a)Unlawful conduct, including cases in which the record of arrest or conviction was expunged, with the exception of juvenile arrests and dispositions unless they pertain to a serious felony;
(b)Academic misconduct;
(c)Making of false statements, including omissions;
(d)Misconduct in employment;
(e)Acts involving dishonesty, disloyalty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation;
(f)Abuse of legal process, including the filing of vexatious lawsuits;
(g)Neglect of financial responsibilities;
(h)Neglect of professional obligations;
(i)Violation of an order of a court, including child support orders;
(j)Evidence of mental or emotional instability;
(k)Evidence of drug or alcohol dependency or abuse;
(l)Denial of admission to the bar in another jurisdiction on character and fitness grounds;
(m)Disciplinary action against an applicant in any jurisdiction;
(n)Practicing law while not being so licensed.
The foregoing list is representative, not exclusive.
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