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SDCL § 23A-45-1 Criminal proceedings defined
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A criminal proceeding is one prosecuted by the state as a party, against a person charged with a criminal offense for the punishment thereof. A proceeding for the violation of an ordinance, bylaw, or police regulation is one prosecuted by a unit of local government as a party, ag…
SDCL § 23A-45-10 (Rule 55) Records kept as prescribed by Supreme Court
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Clerks of courts and such other personnel as are prescribed by rule shall keep such records in criminal proceedings as the Supreme Court may prescribe. Source: SL 1978, ch 178 , § 558.
SDCL § 23A-45-11 (Rule 56) Circuit court always open--Hours when clerk's office open
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A circuit court is always open for the purpose of filing any proper paper, of issuing and returning process, and of making motions and orders. A clerk's office with the clerk or a deputy in attendance shall be open for a reasonable time during business hours on all days except Sa…
SDCL § 23A-45-12 (Rule 57(a)) Circuit court rules adopted by presiding judge--Consistent with title--Copies furnished to Supreme Court and code counsel--Publication of rules
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A majority of the judges in each circuit court may make and amend rules governing practice not inconsistent with the rules contained in this chapter. Notice of the intent to adopt, amend or repeal any rule shall be given by filing a copy of the proposed rule, amendment or repeal …