South Dakota § 59-11-7 - Listing of commercial registered agent.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 59-11-7 — Listing of commercial registered agent., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59-11-7. Listing of commercial registered agent.
An individual or a domestic or foreign entity may become listed as a commercial registered agent by filing with the secretary of state a commercial registered agent listing statement signed by or on behalf of the person which states:
(1) The name of the individual or the name, type, and jurisdiction of organization of the entity;
(2) That the person is in the business of serving as a commercial registered agent in this state; and
(3) The address of a place of business of the person in this state to which service of process and other notice and documents being served on or sent to entities represented by it may be delivered.
A commercial registered agent listing statement may include the information regarding acceptance of service of process in a record by the commercial registered agent provided for in § 59-11-18.
If the name of a person filing a commercial registered agent listing statement is not distinguishable on the records of the secretary of state from the name of another commercial registered agent listed under this section, the person must adopt a fictitious name that is distinguishable and use that name in its statement and when it does business in this state as a commercial registered agent.
A commercial registered agent listing statement takes effect on filing.
Source: SL 2008, ch 275, § 7.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 59-11-7
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 59-11-7 cover?
Section 59-11-7 ("Listing of commercial registered agent.") 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 § 59-11-7?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 59-11-7" (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 § 59-11-7 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.