Proof of the abandonment and nonsupport of a spouse, or of the omission to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter, or of medical attendance for a child or children is prima facie evidence that such abandonment and nonsupport or omission to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical attendance is intentional.
S.D. Codified Laws § 25-7-23
Abandonment and nonsupport of spouse or children as prima facie evidence of intent
Source: SDC 1939, § 13.3207 as enacted by SL 1963, ch 56, § 1; SL 1984, ch 12, § 51.
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