South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 67 - Department of Social Services
Article 67:55 - Crime victims' compensation
Chapter 67:55:01 - General provisions
Section 67:55:01:07 - Good cause criteria for failing to apply within one year

(1) The claimant's age;

(2) The claimant's physical and psychological condition;

(3) Evidence such as medical records or verifiable reports from other third parties that substantiate the claimant's health or safety would have been jeopardized if the crime had been reported in a timely manner;

(4) Evidence that substantiates the claimant was not aware of this program. Evidence may consist of a written statement from the claimant that contains information as to how and when the claimant became aware of the program; and

(5) Evidence that substantiates the claimant thought the bills would be paid by a collateral source. Evidence may consist of a copy of a written notice or letter of denial concerning payment of the bill by the collateral source.