South Dakota § 5-7-27 - Execution and acknowledgment of assignments of leases--Filing and recordation--Form and fees.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 5-7-27 — Execution and acknowledgment of assignments of leases--Filing and recordation--Form and fees., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-7-27. Execution and acknowledgment of assignments of leases--Filing and recordation--Form and fees.
The assignments provided for in § 5-7-26 shall be executed and acknowledged in duplicate in the manner prescribed for conveyance of real estate in this state, and subject to recordation as other instruments conveying real estate and, in addition thereto, a duplicate original shall be filed in the office of the commissioner of school and public lands who shall record same in permanent form in his office as a public record and shall return the original to the person entitled thereto after recording. The approval of the commissioner shall be noted upon all originals of the assignment. The commissioner shall prescribe the form to be used for such assignments and shall fix a reasonable fee for the filing, recording, and approval of the same.
Source: SL 1931, ch 203, § 4; SDC 1939, § 15.0512.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 5-7-27
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 5-7-27 cover?
Section 5-7-27 ("Execution and acknowledgment of assignments of leases--Filing and recordation--Form and fees.") 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 § 5-7-27?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 5-7-27" (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 § 5-7-27 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.