SDCL § 21-19-18: Release of exempt property on failure of creditor to answer.

Unless the creditor within three days of service on him of a claim under §§ 21-19-9 to 21-19-13, inclusive, files and serves on the claimant an answer to such claim, the court shall forthwith and ex parte make an order allowing the exemptions as claimed and directing the release of such exempt property from the levy.