21-55-3. Consideration of failure to prevent live birth restricted in actions.
The failure or the refusal of any person to prevent the live birth of a person may not be considered in awarding damages or in imposing a penalty in any action. The failure or the refusal of any person to prevent the live birth of a person is not a defense in any action.
Source: SL 1981, ch 172, ยง3.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Chapter 55 - Actions For Wrongful Life Prohibited
Section 21-55-1 - Action or damages for conception or birth prohibited--"Conception" defined.
Section 21-55-2 - Action or damages for birth of another prohibited.
Section 21-55-3 - Consideration of failure to prevent live birth restricted in actions.