South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 12 - Department of Agriculture
Article 12:68 - Disease control and meat inspection
Chapter 12:68:20 - Inhumane treatment of animals
Section 12:68:20:04 - Qualifications for agents of the board

Agents of the board other than peace officers must be in possession of 9 C.F.R. §§ 3.1 through 3.142 (January 1, 2021). Knowledge of this publication must be demonstrated during an interview by the state veterinarian, before appointment as an agent of the board. An agent must be of reputable character and possess general animal health knowledge demonstrated by letters of reference from two citizens knowledgeable about the individual. One letter of reference must be written by a licensed and accredited veterinarian from the community in which the agent resides.

General Authority: SDCL 40-1-25.

Law Implemented: SDCL 40-1-25.