S.D. Codified Laws § 21-25A-13 (2026)
On application of a party and for use as evidence, the arbitrators may permit a deposition to be taken, in the manner and upon the terms designated by the arbitrators, of a witness who cannot be subpoenaed or is unable to attend the hearing. All provisions of law compelling a person under subpoena to testify are applicable.
Source: SL 1971, ch 157 , § 7.