South Dakota Family Laws

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Family law encompasses a wide variety of legal processes and sanctions, whether you are getting married and need to obtain a marriage license or are defending against family-related crimes such as child abuse. Welcome to FindLaw's section covering the family laws of South Dakota, with authoritative explanations of the law for non-attorneys. In this section, you'll learn about the legal requirements and process for getting a divorce, how courts decide custody cases, how to adopt a child, and much more. In addition, you'll see articles about family-related crimes such as domestic violence and child abuse. Click on a link below to learn more about South Dakota's family laws.

Learn About South Dakota Family Laws

  • South Dakota Divorce Laws

    The basics of divorce laws and procedures in South Dakota, such as the residency requirement for divorcing parties, legal grounds for divorce, and defenses.

  • South Dakota Adoption Laws

    What every prospective adoptive parent in South Dakota needs to know about the state's laws and procedures governing the process, including home residency.

  • South Dakota Domestic Violence Laws

    Overview of South Dakota's domestic violence laws, including a statutory definition of the crime, penalties upon conviction, and a list of mandatory reporters.

  • South Dakota Child Custody Laws

    General information about the child custody laws of South Dakota, with details about the factors considered by family courts before making a custody decision.

  • South Dakota Abortion Laws

    Summary of South Dakota's laws and restrictions pertaining to abortion, including details about waiting periods, consent requirements for minors, and more.

  • South Dakota Protective Orders Laws

    Important information about protective orders in South Dakota, which are used to protect the victims of domestic violence and other crimes from their abuser.

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