26-1-4. Minor's liability for wrongs--Restriction on exemplary damages.
A minor is civilly liable for a wrong done by him, in like manner as any other person, but cannot be subjected to exemplary damages, unless at the time of the act he was capable of knowing that it was unlawful.
Source: SDC 1939, ยง43.0108.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Chapter 01 - Rights And Obligations Of Minors
Section 26-1-1 - Age of minority--Calculation of age.
Section 26-1-2 - Unborn child deemed existing person.
Section 26-1-3 - Enforcement of minor's rights--Guardian or conservator required.
Section 26-1-4 - Minor's liability for wrongs--Restriction on exemplary damages.