Property Ownership
In South Dakota, an 'easement by necessity' arises when:
AA utility company needs to install power lines
BA property is landlocked and has no access to a public road✓ Correct
CThe owner cannot afford to build a driveway
DThe neighbor blocks an existing access road
Explanation
An easement by necessity is implied by law when a property becomes landlocked (surrounded by other private land with no access to a public road). Courts will recognize the right to cross neighboring land.
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