S.D. Codified Laws § 25-4A-21
Current with legislation signed by the governor on or before 3/6/2024
In any custody dispute between parents, upon application of either parent, the court shall consider granting joint physical custody of a minor child.
The court shall consider the factors set forth in § 25-4A-24, and shall make written findings of fact and conclusions of law regarding the best interests of the minor child, unless waived by both parties.
SDCL 25-4A-21