South Dakota § 49-48-4 - Commission investigation authority--Cause of action--Application for appointment of receiver--Subpoena authority.
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§ 49-48-4. Commission investigation authority--Cause of action--Application for appointment of receiver--Subpoena authority.
Upon receiving notice regarding an alleged violation of this chapter, the commission may investigate the allegation and, if the allegation is substantiated, may bring an action pursuant to § 49-48-5.
To pursue the action, the commission may apply to the circuit court of Hughes County for appointment of a receiver, who shall have duties and powers as directed by the court.
Upon commencing the action, the commission may, in addition to any authority granted under §§ 15-6-28.2 to 15-6-28.4, inclusive, subpoena any information necessary to demonstrate a violation of this chapter from:
(1) A prohibited person alleged to have violated this chapter; or
(2) Any government with authority or jurisdiction over the prohibited person.
Source: SL 2026, ch 188, § 4.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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