Arm signals, mechanical signals, and electrical signals--Violation as misdemeanor

The signal required in § 32-26-22 shall be given either by means of the hand and arm in the manner specified in § 32-26-24 , or by an approved mechanical or electrical signal device. However, if a vehicle is so constructed or loaded as to prevent the hand and arm signal from being visible both to the front and rear, the signal shall be given by device of a type which has been approved by the Department of Public Safety. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SDC 1939, § 44.0317; SL 1949, ch 166; SL 1989, ch 255, § 162; SL 2004, ch 17, § 143.