South Dakota

59-12-1. Definitions.

59-12-2. Applicability.

59-12-3. Durable power of attorney.

59-12-4. Execution of power of attorney.

59-12-4.1. Notary exception--Vehicle title transfers to insurers.

59-12-5. Validity of power of attorney.

59-12-6. Meaning and effect of power of attorney.

59-12-7. Nomination of conservator or guardian--Relation of agent to court-appointed fiduciary.

59-12-8. When power of attorney is effective.

59-12-9. Termination of power of attorney or agent's authority.

59-12-10. Coagents and successor agents.

59-12-11. Reimbursement and compensation of agent.

59-12-12. Agent's acceptance.

59-12-13. Agent's duties.

59-12-14. Exoneration of agent.

59-12-15. Judicial relief.

59-12-16. Agent's liability.

59-12-17. Agent's resignation--Notice.

59-12-18. Acceptance of and reliance upon acknowledged power of attorney.

59-12-19. Liability for refusal to accept acknowledged power of attorney.

59-12-20. Principles of law and equity.

59-12-21. Laws applicable to financial institutions and entities.

59-12-22. Remedies under other law.

59-12-23. Authority that requires specific grant--Grant of general authority.

59-12-24. Incorporation of authority.

59-12-25. Construction of authority generally.

59-12-26. Real property.

59-12-27. Tangible personal property.

59-12-28. Stocks and bonds.

59-12-29. Commodities and options.

59-12-30. Banks and other financial institutions.

59-12-31. Operation of entity or business.

59-12-32. Insurance and annuities.

59-12-33. Estates, trusts, and other beneficial interests.

59-12-34. Claims and litigation.

59-12-35. Personal and family maintenance.

59-12-36. Benefits from governmental programs or civil or military service.

59-12-37. Retirement plans.

59-12-38. Taxes.

59-12-39. Gifts.

59-12-40. Effect on existing powers of attorney.

59-12-41. Statutory form--Power of attorney.

59-12-42. Statutory form--Agent's certification.

59-12-43. Statutory form--Revocation.