A statement in writing must be made, signed by the defendant, and verified by his oath. It must state the amount for which judgment may be entered, and authorize the entry of judgment therefor.
S.D. Codified Laws § 21-26-2
Defendant's verified statement--Amount of judgment and authorization included
Source: CCivP 1877, § 716, subdiv 1; CL 1887, § 5538, subdiv 1; RCCivP 1903, § 785, subdiv 1; RC 1919, § 3024 (1); Supreme Court Rule 554, 1939; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 37.0302 …
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