2017 South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 43 - PROPERTY
Chapter 04 - Transfer Of Property
§ 43-4-14 Construction of grant--Limitations--Operative words.

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.

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

Disclaimer: These codes may not be the most recent version. South Dakota may have more current or accurate information. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained on this site or the information linked to on the state site. Please check official sources.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.