South Dakota § 25-7-8 - Stepparent's duty to support spouse's children.

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§ 25-7-8. Stepparent's duty to support spouse's children.

A stepparent shall maintain his spouse's children born prior to their marriage and is responsible as a parent for their support and education suitable to his circumstances, but such responsibility shall not absolve the natural or adoptive parents of the children from any obligation of support.

Source: SDC 1939, § 14.0311; SL 1971, ch 164; SL 1980, ch 190.

Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Section 25-7-8 ("Stepparent's duty to support spouse's children.") 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.

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