South Dakota § 23A-30-3 - Recommitment or admission to bail after arrest of judgment--Discharge if evidence insufficient.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 23A-30-3 — Recommitment or admission to bail after arrest of judgment--Discharge if evidence insufficient., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23A-30-3. Recommitment or admission to bail after arrest of judgment--Discharge if evidence insufficient.
If from the evidence introduced at a trial there is probable cause to believe a defendant is guilty, and a new indictment or information can be framed upon which he may be convicted, a court may order him to be recommitted to the officer of the proper county or admitted to bail anew to answer the new indictment or information. If there is probable cause to believe him guilty of another offense, he must be committed or held thereon. If no evidence appears sufficient to charge him with any offense, he must, if in custody, be discharged or, if admitted to bail, have his bail exonerated.
Source: SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 34.3678; SDCL, § 23-47-4; SL 1978, ch 178, § 383.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 23A-30-3
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 23A-30-3 cover?
Section 23A-30-3 ("Recommitment or admission to bail after arrest of judgment--Discharge if evidence insufficient.") is part of the South Dakota Codified Laws, the codified statutory law of South Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Dakota § 23A-30-3?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 23A-30-3" (South Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of South Dakota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Dakota attorney.
How does South Dakota § 23A-30-3 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Dakota.