41-20-14. Definitions.

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A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.

Terms used in this chapter, mean:

(1)"Certificate of treatment," a written statement by the state forester certifying treatment of a forest insect or disease infestation on private land and containing information on the number of trees treated, location of the trees, ownership of the land, the cost of treatment, and other pertinent information;

(2)"Declared forest insect or disease emergency," any state of forest insect or disease infestation or infection deemed a serious threat to the forest or tree resource by the state forester of South Dakota;

(3)"Privately owned forestland," any land not in government ownership that is at least ten percent stocked with trees and is outside the limits of any incorporated municipality;

(4)"State forester," the state forester of South Dakota, his or her assistants, employees, or designated agents.