The secretary may inspect or examine any books, waybills, inventories, correspondence, and memoranda relating to or used in the transaction of the business of a person subject to the tax imposed by this chapter. It is a Class 1 misdemeanor for any person having charge, control, or possession of those papers, books, or records to neglect or refuse the secretary full and free access to any books, papers, or records that he requires for the purposes of this chapter.
SDCL 10-39A-18