S.D. Codified Laws § 20-11-3
Current with legislation signed by the governor on or before 3/6/2024
Libel is a false and unprivileged publication by writing, printing, picture, effigy, or other fixed representation to the eye which exposes any person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy, or which causes him to be shunned or avoided, or which has a tendency to injure him in his occupation.
SDCL 20-11-3