SDCL § 10-56-4 — Execution of distress warrant by sheriff

The county treasurer shall issue and deliver the distress warrant in duplicate to the sheriff. The warrant shall constitute the sheriff's authority and he shall immediately proceed to execute the warrant and to collect the tax by seizure of the person's property in an amount sufficient to pay the tax, with any accrued penalty and interest, and all accruing costs, where the property may be found in the county.