South Dakota § 5-21-2 - Public corporation's civil liability for failure to require bond for protection of laborers and materialmen.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 5-21-2 — Public corporation's civil liability for failure to require bond for protection of laborers and materialmen., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-21-2. Public corporation's civil liability for failure to require bond for protection of laborers and materialmen.
In case any such public corporation shall fail or neglect to require the execution of the surety provided for in § 5-21-1, such public corporation shall be liable to pay any person who shall have performed labor or furnished any material that entered into the erection, alteration, repair or improvement of such building, the value of such work or material and an action may be maintained therefor; provided, that an action brought under the provisions of this section shall be commenced within ninety days from the acceptance of the work for which the same shall be claimed.
Source: SL 1909, ch 245, § 2; RC 1919, § 8217; SDC 1939, § 65.0704; SL 1939, ch 300, § 9.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 5-21-2
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 5-21-2 cover?
Section 5-21-2 ("Public corporation's civil liability for failure to require bond for protection of laborers and materialmen.") 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 § 5-21-2?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 5-21-2" (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 § 5-21-2 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.