S.D. Codified Laws § 15-6-55(a)

Current with legislation signed by the governor on or before 3/6/2024

Section 15-6-55(a) - Entry of default

When a party against whom a judgment for affirmative relief is sought has failed to plead or otherwise defend as provided by this chapter that fact shall be made to appear by affidavit.

SDCL 15-6-55(a)

SD RCP, Rule 55 (a), as adopted by Sup. Ct. Order March 29, 1966, effective July 1, 1966.