SDCL § 18-6-4: Validity of unsworn declaration.

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), if a law of this state requires or permits use of a sworn declaration, an unsworn declaration meeting the requirements of this chapter has the same effect as a sworn declaration.

(b) This chapter does not apply to:

(1) A deposition under § 15-6-26;

(2) An oath of office;

(3) An oath required to be given before a specified official other than a notary public;

(4) A declaration to be recorded pursuant to Title 43; or

(5) An oath required by § 29A-2-504.