Criteria for inclusion of substances in Schedule III

To be included within Schedule III, a substance shall have: (1) A potential for abuse less than the substances listed in Schedules I and II; (2) Well documented and approved medical use in the United States; and (3) Abuse which may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence. Source: SL 1970, ch 229 , § 8 (c); SDCL Supp, § 39-17-61; SL 1976, ch 158 , § 42-15.