S.D. Codified Laws § 43-4-14

Current through the 2024 Legislative Session

Section 43-4-14 - Construction of grant-Limitations-Operative words

A clear and distinct limitation in a grant is not controlled by other words less clear and distinct.

If the operative words of a grant are doubtful, recourse may be had to its recitals to assist construction.

SDCL 43-4-14

CivC 1877, §§ 613, 614; CL 1887, §§ 3236, 3237; RCivC 1903, §§ 929, 930; RC 1919, §§ 531, 532; SDC 1939, § 51.1309.