[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Transmittal of Summons by Publication — [Case Number] Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to transmit the Summons by Publication in the matter of [Case Number], currently pending in [Court Name], South Dakota. As per the court's direction, we are required to serve the summons on the defendant(s) through publication due to their unavailability or unknown whereabouts. The Summons by Publication serves as a formal notice to inform the defendant(s) of the legal action against them and their right to respond within the specified timeframe. We have made diligent efforts to locate and personally serve the summons to the defendant(s) without success. Any assistance in ensuring the receipt of this summons is greatly appreciated. Kindly note the following essential information regarding the Summons by Publication: 1. Case Information: — Case Number: [Case Number— - Court Name: [Court Name] — Court Address: [Court Address] 2. Defendant(s) Information: — Name(s) of Defendant(s): [Defendant(s) Name(s)] 3. Publication Details: — Authorized Newspaper: [Authorized Newspaper Name] — Publication Dates: [Start Date] to [End Date] — Publication Location: [City, State] Enclosed, please find copies of the Summons by Publication, Complaint, and any other required documents as per the court's instructions. It is imperative that the publication period is strictly adhered to in order to meet the legal requirements. In the event the defendant(s) fail to respond within the prescribed time, appropriate legal actions will be pursued to protect the plaintiff's rights and interests. Should you require any further information or have any concerns regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Phone Number] or via email at [Email Address]. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and your cooperation in ensuring a proper service of process. Your prompt response in acknowledging the transmittal of the Summons by Publication will be greatly appreciated. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Your Organization Name] [Your Organization Address] [City, State, Zip Code]