State on the hook for at least $74,000 if it loses appeal in petition deadline case

State on the hook for at least $74,000 if it loses appeal in petition deadline case

The state of South Dakota could be forced to pay at least $74,000 in attorney fees for a group that’s suing to protect a longer circulation period for ballot-question petitions. The two parties reached a settlement on attorney fees last week. The agreement says the state will pay $74,000, plus interest at a rate of 3.64%, if the Dakotans for Health ballot question committee remains the winner of the lawsuit. The state is appealing a federal judg…

SD On Hook For At Least $74K If It Loses Appeal In Petition Deadline Case

The state of South Dakota could be forced to pay at least $74,000 in attorney fees and costs for a group that’s suing to protect a longer circulation period for ballot-question petitions.