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SDCL § 26-8B-2: Child in need of supervision defined.

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  1. TITLE 26. MINORS
  2. CHAPTER 26-8B. CHILDREN IN NEED OF SUPERVISION

For purposes of this chapter, a child in need of supervision is a child:

(1) Of compulsory school age who is habitually absent from school without legal excuse;

(2) Who has run away from home or is otherwise beyond the control of the child's parent, guardian, or custodian;

(3) Whose behavior or condition endangers the child's own welfare or the welfare of others;

(4) Who has violated any federal or state law or regulation or local ordinance for which there is not a penalty of a criminal nature for an adult, other than a petty offense;

(5) Who has violated § 32-23-21 or 35-9-2; or

(6) Who engages in prostitution by offering to engage in sexual activity for a fee or other compensation.

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