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Legal Information: South Dakota

Know the Laws - By State

Please see below for state-specific laws that might be useful for victims and survivors of domestic violence. This information is written in a Q & A format and is meant to provide you with easy-to-understand information. You can also reach us at our Email Hotline if you have more specific questions.

A brief description of the difference between state laws and federal laws.

Information about protection orders due to domestic violence, protection orders against stalking, physical injury, or a crime of violence, and vulnerable adult protection orders in South Dakota.

Information about custody in South Dakota.

Basic information about child support in South Dakota

This page has some general information (not state-specific) about when one parent takes a child out of the state or country without the other parent’s consent.

Basic information about divorce in South Dakota.

Housing protections for victims of domestic abuse, unlawful sexual behavior, or stalking.

Information about crimes the abuser may have committed in South Dakota and victim assistance programs.

If you are a victim of domestic violence, it may be illegal for the abuser to buy or have a gun.

You may have a right to sue an abuser for medical costs, lost wages, and to recover your property.