SDCL § 54-14-13.4: License required for loan processor or underwriter--Identification through nationwide mortgage licensing system and registry.

No loan processor or underwriter who is an independent contractor may engage in the activities of a loan processor or underwriter unless the loan processor or underwriter obtains and maintains a license under this chapter. Each loan processor or underwriter who is an independent contractor licensed as a mortgage loan originator shall have and maintain a valid unique identifier issued by the nationwide mortgage licensing system and registry.