Section 11-8-49 - Investigations and examinations by auditor-general--Enforcement of complianceby attorney general. - South Dakota Statutes

11-8-49. Investigations and examinations by auditor-general--Enforcement of compliance by attorney general. The auditor-general may investigate the affairs of agencies and their dealings, transactions, and relationships. He shall have the power to examine into the properties and records of agencies and to prescribe methods of accounting and the rendering of periodic reports in relation to projects undertaken by agencies, which accounts and reports shall not be inconsistent with any system of accounts or reports prescribed pursuant to any contract for federal financial assistance. Compliance with this chapter and the rules and regulations adopted by the auditor-general may be enforced by the attorney general by writ of mandamus or other appropriate proceedings.

Source: SL 1966, ch 149, § 18.