revise a provision related to notice by registered or certified mail of a small claims action.

HB 1178 amends the rules for how small claims court notices are sent to defendants in South Dakota. The bill requires that these notices be delivered via registered or certified mail to ensure proper documentation of service. This change directly affects small claims court participants, including plaintiffs, defendants, and court staff who process filings. By specifying the mail type, the legislation aims to create a clearer record of when legal notices are received, though it does not alter the underlying small claims process itself.