SDCL § 33-10-177: Waiver of forfeiture of pay and allowances for dependents of accused.

In a case involving an accused who has dependents, the convening authority or other person acting under this code may waive any or all of the forfeitures of pay and allowances required by § 33-10-175 for a period not to exceed six months. Any amount of pay or allowances that would be forfeited, except for a waiver under this section, shall be paid, as the convening authority or other person taking action directs, to the dependents of the accused.