Section 41-15-18.1 - Guns, implements, or vehicles unlawfully used in killing or transporting elk orbuffalo as contraband--Seizure by officer. - South Dakota Statutes

41-15-18.1. Guns, implements, or vehicles unlawfully used in killing or transporting elk or buffalo as contraband--Seizure by officer. Any gun, implement, or vehicle unlawfully used in the killing, taking, or transporting of elk or buffalo one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise during open season or any time during closed season on such animals is deemed contraband. The secretary of game, fish and parks or any conservation officer or law enforcement officer shall seize and take possession of the contraband pending action and determination by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Source: SDC 1939, § 25.0422 as added by SL 1969, ch 100; SL 2009, ch 206, § 92.