Criminal action prohibited if retailer receives payment or court award

SDCL § 22-30A-44 — under THEFT.

SDCL § 22-30A-44

If a motor fuel retailer receives payment or a court award pursuant to §§ 22-30A-40 to 22-30A-44 , inclusive, the motor fuel retailer may not initiate or pursue a criminal action against the motor vehicle owner because of that loss. Source: SL 2005, ch 121 , § 5.