S.D. Codified Laws § 25-4A-23

Current with legislation signed by the governor on or before 3/6/2024
Section 25-4A-23 - Home study or custody evaluation-Mediation

Prior to ruling on a joint physical custody petition the court may require the parties to participate in a home study or a custody evaluation. Prior to the court ruling on a joint physical custody petition, either parent may request mediation pursuant to § 25-4-56.

In any case where the court orders the parties to participate in a home study, custody evaluation, or custody mediation, the court shall allocate the costs of the same between the parties.

SDCL 25-4A-23

SL 2014, ch 122, §3.
Added by S.L. 2014, ch. 122,s. 3, eff. 7/1/2014.