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2012 South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 19 EVIDENCE
Chapter 16. Hearsay
§19-16-1 (Rule 801(a) to (c)) Definition of terms.


SD Codified L § 19-16-1 (through 2012) What's This?


19-16-1. (Rule 801(a) to (c)) Definition of terms. The following definitions apply under this chapter:

(1) A "statement" is:

(a) An oral or written assertion; or

(b) Nonverbal conduct of a person, if it is intended by him as an assertion.

(2) A "declarant" is a person who makes a statement.

(3) "Hearsay" is a statement, other than one made by the declarant while testifying at the trial or hearing, offered in evidence to prove the truth of the matter asserted.

Source: Supreme Court Rule 78-2, Rule 801 (a) to (c).

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