There is a newer version
of
this Section
2020 South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 25 - Domestic Relations
Chapter 04A - Custody And Visitation Rights
Section 25-4A-23 - Home study or custody evaluation--Mediation.
Universal Citation: SD Codified L § 25-4A-23 (2020)
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.
Source: SL 2014, ch 122, §3.
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.
