Terms/Glossary & Links

10-6-102. Mill levy defined–Substitution.

The term, mill levy, wherever it is used in this code means “tax levy.” The code commission in future supplements and revisions of the South Dakota Codified Laws is directed to substitute the term, tax levy, and derivatives thereof for the term, mill levy, and its derivatives.

Writ of Mandamus

noun

  1. A writ that compels a government entity to perform mandatory or purely ministerial duties correctly.
  2. An extraordinary writ commanding an official to perform a ministerial act that the law recognizes as an absolute duty and not a matter for the official’s discretion; used only when all other judicial remedies fail.

Writ of Mandamus- A writ of mandamus is a court order that compels a government official or entity to perform a duty they are legally required to do. It is typically used when there is no other adequate remedy available and the action required is non-discretionary.

Writ of Quo Warranto

A writ of quo warranto is a legal order that requires an individual or organization to show by what authority they claim to hold a public office or exercise certain powers. It is used to challenge the legitimacy of someone’s right to a position or franchise they assert.