25-7-23. Abandonment and nonsupport of spouse or children as prima facie evidence of intent.
Proof of the abandonment and nonsupport of a spouse, or of the omission to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter, or of medical attendance for a child or children is prima facie evidence that such abandonment and nonsupport or omission to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical attendance is intentional.
Source: SDC 1939, §13.3207 as enacted by SL 1963, ch 56, §1; SL 1984, ch 12, §51.