SDCL § 36-11A-7: Wholesale distribution without license prohibited--License unnecessary for agent or employee of licensed distributor--Violation as felony.

No person or distribution outlet may engage in the wholesale distribution of prescription drugs in this state unless that person or outlet is licensed by the board as a drug distributor in accordance with the minimum standards, conditions and terms set forth in this chapter and in rules adopted pursuant to chapter 1-26.

An agent or employee of a licensed drug distributor need not seek licensure under this chapter and may lawfully possess prescription drugs when the agent or employee is acting in the usual course of business or employment.

Any person who violates this section is guilty of a Class 6 felony.