Revises subpoena service rules in South Dakota contested cases.

South Dakota HB1234 modifies the process for serving subpoenas in contested cases. It requires that a notice and copy of the subpoena be served on each party to the matter before the subpoena is served on the person directed. The hearing examiner or administrative law judge may quash or modify the subpoena if it is unreasonable and oppressive, or condition denial of the motion on the advancement of the reasonable cost of producing the records.

Revises subpoena service rules in South Dakota contested cases.

South Dakota HB1234 modifies the process for serving subpoenas in contested cases. It requires that a notice and copy of the subpoena be served on each party to the matter before the subpoena is served on the person directed. The hearing examiner or administrative law judge may quash or modify the subpoena if it is unreasonable and oppressive, or condition denial of the motion on the advancement of the reasonable cost of producing the records.