On application of a party and for use as evidence, the arbitrators may permit a deposition to be taken, in the manner and upon the terms designated by the arbitrators, of a witness who cannot be subpoenaed or is unable to attend the hearing. All provisions of law compelling a person under subpoena to testify are applicable.
S.D. Codified Laws § 21-25A-13
Depositions permitted by arbitrators--Compelling testimony
Known as the Uniform Arbitration Act
The act spans §§ 21–21 (38 sections).
Source: SL 1971, ch 157, § 7.
Official source: South Dakota Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain South Dakota statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.