South Dakota § 27B-3-42 - Transfer of resident from state facility to another--Notice before transfer--Emergency transfer.
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§ 27B-3-42. Transfer of resident from state facility to another--Notice before transfer--Emergency transfer.
Any person in a state facility may be transferred to any other state or private facility if the person would benefit from the treatment offered at the facility. A transfer may only be made with the mutual consent of both facilities or agencies. No transfer may occur until all reasonable efforts have been made to consult with the person and the person's nearest relative or guardian. However, the transfer may be effected earlier if necessitated by an emergency. If an emergency situation arises, the required notice shall be given as soon as possible thereafter.
Source: SL 2000, ch 131, § 44.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 27B-3-42 ("Transfer of resident from state facility to another--Notice before transfer--Emergency transfer.") 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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