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South Dakota · Through 2026-08-31 · Newer source version available

SDCL § 19-19-701: Opinion testimony by lay witnesses.

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  1. TITLE 19. EVIDENCE
  2. CHAPTER 19-19. SOUTH DAKOTA RULES OF EVIDENCE

If a witness is not testifying as an expert, testimony in the form of an opinion is limited to one that is:

(a) Rationally based on the witness's perception;

(b) Helpful to clearly understanding the witness's testimony or to determining a fact in issue; and

(c) Not based on scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge within the scope of § 19-19-702.

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