A herd is certified for twelve months. For continuous certification, adherence to the provisions in this chapter and all other state laws and rules pertaining to raising cervids is required. A herd's certification status is immediately terminated and a herd investigation shall be initiated if CWD affected or exposed animals are determined to be from the herd.

Source: SL 1998, ch 250, § 2, effective February 5, 1998.

General Authority: SDCL 40-5-8.6.

Law Implemented: SDCL 40-5-8.6.