SDCL § 36-6A-18: Assistance in enforcement--Expenditures--Employment of attorney.

The board and its members and officers shall assist any person charged with the enforcement of this chapter, and the board, its members, agents, and officers shall furnish the person with evidence to assist in the prosecution of any violation or enforcement of this chapter, and the board may, for that purpose, make a reasonable expenditure. The board may, if it deems best for the enforcement of this chapter or in the conduct of its duties, employ an attorney designated by the attorney general. The board shall fix and determine the compensation and period of service of the attorney who shall be paid out of the funds of the board.