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Code · South Dakota · Title 21 · Chapter 21-37

21-37-1. Circuit court power to change names--Pending proceedings and existing rights unaffected.

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The circuit court shall have authority to change the names of persons, municipalities, and the name of any recorded plat or map of land situated within the limits of any municipality, as provided in this chapter. The change of names shall in no manner affect or alter any pending action or legal proceeding, nor any right, title, or interest whatsoever.
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