SDCL § 23-6-14: Access to files and records of bureau.

The Governor, and persons specifically authorized by the director, shall have access to the files and records of the bureau. No such file or record of information shall be given out or made public except as provided in this chapter, or except by order of court, or except as may be necessary in connection with any criminal investigation in the judgment of the Governor or director, for the apprehension, identification or trial of a person, or persons, accused of crime, or for the identification of deceased persons, or for the identification of property.