The commission may continue the investigation of the complaint until the matter is ready for commission determination.
An investigation by the commission or by the accused or commission counsel may entail inquiries by mail, consultation with the judge, taking sworn statements and investigation by the commission counsel. In addition, the commission shall be entitled to compel by subpoena the production of books, accounts, and documents relevant to the proceeding. The circuit court of the county in which the witness resides shall have the power to enforce such process.
SDCL tit. 16, ch. 1A, app TO CHAPTER 16-1A, III, 3