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South Dakota Living Will

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South Dakota at a glance: Witnesses Required: 2 witnesses · Notary Required: No · Governing Law: S.D. Codified Laws § 34-12D-2

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Overview

Living Wills in South Dakota

South Dakota requires living wills to be signed in the presence of two witnesses. Notarization cannot substitute.
Key Facts

South Dakota Living Will — Quick Reference

RequirementSouth Dakota Rule
Witnesses Required2 witnesses
Notary RequiredNo
Governing LawS.D. Codified Laws § 34-12D-2
Legal Requirements

South Dakota Legal Requirements

  • Must be signed by the declarant and two witnesses.
Governing Laws

South Dakota Governing Laws

S.D. Codified Laws § 34-12D-2
Declaration
Requires two witnesses.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's South Dakota legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

South Dakota Living Will — Frequently Asked Questions

Are witnesses required in South Dakota?

Yes, two witness signatures are mandatory.