32-31-5. Duty of operator to use care--Liability for recklessness.
The provisions of this chapter shall not relieve the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons, nor shall such provisions protect the driver from the consequences of his reckless disregard for the safety of others.
Source: SDC 1939, §44.0320 as added by SL 1959, ch 252, §1; SL 1963, ch 254; SL 1967, ch 191.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Chapter 31 - Emergency Vehicles
Section 32-31-1 - Emergency vehicle--Traffic regulations.
Section 32-31-2 - Particular regulations which may be disregarded.
Section 32-31-3 - Use of emergency signals required.
Section 32-31-4 - Speed limits inapplicable under specified conditions.
Section 32-31-5 - Duty of operator to use care--Liability for recklessness.
Section 32-31-6.2 - Causing an accident--Stopped emergency vehicle--Violation as misdemeanor.
Section 32-31-7 - Following fire apparatus as misdemeanor--Minimum following or parking distance.
Section 32-31-8 - Driving over fire hose prohibited--Violation as misdemeanor.