The state veterinarian is considered an official of the commission at each race meet. He must be a graduate veterinary surgeon in good standing, who is licensed to practice in the state of South Dakota. The state veterinarian must apply for and receive a license from the commission.

Source: 5 SDR 87, effective April 15, 1979; transferred from § 20:04:04:85, 9 SDR 122, effective March 31, 1983; 12 SDR 151, 12 SDR 155, effective July 1, 1986; last sentence transferred from §20:04:18:17, 16 SDR 129, effective February 4, 1990.

General Authority: SDCL 42-7-56(4).

Law Implemented: SDCL 42-7-56(4).