South Dakota Code § 23A-27A-5

Written designation of aggravating circumstances required
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The jury, if its verdict is a recommendation of death, shall designate in writing, signed by the foreman of the jury, the aggravating circumstance or circumstances which it found beyond a reasonable doubt. Upon the findings of the jury, the judge shall fix a sentence of death.

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