South Dakota · South Dakota Codified Laws — Title 22, Crimes

SDCL Title 22 § 22-22-26.2: Forensic medical examinations--Coordination of cost payment--Notice to victim--Victim not required to participate--Payment terms

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

This statute establishes procedures for hospitals and clinics to coordinate with counties on payment for forensic medical examinations in sexual assault cases and requires victims be notified that exams are available at no cost.

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