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Code · South Dakota · Title 33 · Chapter 33-1

33A-1-20. Investigative authority of department--Access to records.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs has access to the records of penal and charitable institutions and may investigate the status of veterans in such institutions. The department may report to the heads of such institutions and if necessary to the Governor any recommendations for the benefit of such veterans.
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