South Dakota § 32-34-3.1 - Immediate report to police authority when persons entitled to receive information are disabled--Violation as misdemeanor.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 32-34-3.1 — Immediate report to police authority when persons entitled to receive information are disabled--Violation as misdemeanor., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-34-3.1. Immediate report to police authority when persons entitled to receive information are disabled--Violation as misdemeanor.
If none of the persons specified in § 32-34-3 are in condition to receive the information to which they otherwise would be entitled, and no police officer is present, the driver of any vehicle involved in such accident, after fulfilling all other requirements of § 32-34-3, insofar as possible on his part to be performed, shall forthwith report such accident to the nearest office of a duly authorized police authority and submit thereto the information specified in § 32-34-3. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor.
Source: SL 1970, ch 175, § 36; SL 1989, ch 255, § 225.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 32-34-3.1
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 32-34-3.1 cover?
Section 32-34-3.1 ("Immediate report to police authority when persons entitled to receive information are disabled--Violation as misdemeanor.") 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 § 32-34-3.1?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 32-34-3.1" (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 § 32-34-3.1 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.