12-2-6. Combined elections of governmental subdivisions.
The members of the governing body of any governmental subdivision may choose to hold their election in conjunction with any other governmental subdivision's election if the statutory dates for the election coincide. The combined election is subject to approval by all of the governing bodies involved in the combined election. Expenses of a combined election shall be shared in a manner agreed upon by the governing bodies involved in the combined election. All other governmental statutory responsibilities associated with the election shall be shared as agreed upon by the governing bodies.
Source: SL 1996, ch 60, ยง7; SDCL 9-13-39.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Chapter 02 - Dates And Hours Of Elections
Section 12-2-1 - Date of primary election.
Section 12-2-2 - Date of general election--Officers elected.
Section 12-2-2.1 - Statewide elections limited to primary, runoff, and general election dates.
Section 12-2-3 - Opening and closing times for polls--Voters in line at closing time.
Section 12-2-4 - Emergency extension of closing times--Reopening after extended emergency.
Section 12-2-6 - Combined elections of governmental subdivisions.
Section 12-2-8 - Postponement of election for weather conditions.
Section 12-2-9 - Notification to voters of postponement of election.