SDCL § 23-5A-13: Reasonable force allowed in collection of DNA sample--Immunity from liability.
Where this section sits in the code
- TITLE 23. LAW ENFORCEMENT
- CHAPTER 23-5A. DNA SAMPLES
Duly authorized law enforcement and corrections personnel may employ reasonable force in cases if an individual refuses to provide a DNA sample required under this chapter. No such employee may be held civilly or criminally liable for the use of such reasonable force.
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