S.D. Codified Laws § 40-28-12
Sheriff's lien for expenses
The sheriff has a lien upon animals taken into his possession pursuant to § 40-28-11 for the expenses incurred by him as outlined in chapter 40-29 .
Source: SL 1921, ch 404; SL 1925, ch 294; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 37.2403; SL 1983, ch 290, § 4.