South Dakota § 3-12C-1212 - Retroactive retirement benefits for generational members.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 3-12C-1212 — Retroactive retirement benefits for generational members., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-12C-1212. Retroactive retirement benefits for generational members.
Any generational member who fails to make a timely application for retirement benefits may receive three months of benefits retroactive from the effective date of the member's retirement benefit. However, no member may receive any retroactive benefits for any period of time before the first day of the month following the date the member's contributory service terminated.
Source: SL 2016, ch 32, § 13; SDCL § 3-12-512; SL 2019, ch 22, § 1.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 3-12C-1212
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 3-12C-1212 cover?
Section 3-12C-1212 ("Retroactive retirement benefits for generational members.") 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 § 3-12C-1212?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 3-12C-1212" (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 § 3-12C-1212 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.