Section 32-31-5 - Duty of operator to use care--Liability for recklessness

32-31-5. Duty of operator to use care--Liability for recklessness.The provisions of this chapter shall not relieve the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons, nor shall such provisions protect the driver from the consequences of his reckless disregard for the safety of others. Source: SDC 1939, §44.0320 as added by SL 1959, ch 252, §1; SL 1963, ch 254; SL 1967, ch 191.