South Dakota DMV Info
Department of Public Safety
Mailing Address
Department of Public Safety
118 West Capitol Avenue
Pierre, SD 57501
Street Address
Department of Public Safety
118 West Capitol Avenue,
Pierre, SD 57501-2000
Email: dpsinfo@state.sd.us
Web site: DPS contact page
Driver's License Division
Mailing Address
Driver Licensing Program
118 W. Capitol Avenue
Pierre, SD, 57501
(800) 952-3696
E-mail: http://dps.sd.gov/contact.aspx
Motor Vehicle Division
Street Address
118 W. Capitol Avenue
Pierre, SD, 57501
Local Businesses
School Signs in South Dakota
South Dakota Driver’s License
Driver Education:
Before you can get behind the wheel, you'll need to get your instruction permit.
One of these steps is passing the knowledge test. In order to pass this test, you'll have to study our Driver Manual. The manual is available at exam stations and by download. Once you've gained your instruction permit, you'll have at least 180 days to further your driving education. However, you can do this while shortening the holding time of your permit to 90 days by passing a state-approved driver education class.
Driver’s Permits: Click here for details
Divers Training: Click here for details
South Dakota Gas Prices
- Recent State High: 2.77 (per gallon)
- Recent State Low: 2.36 (per gallon)
South Dakota Speed Limits
- 75 MPH --Interstates
- 70 MPH --Roadways with four or more lanes
- 70 MPH --Other roadways unless otherwise marked
- 70 MPH --County roadways unless otherwise marked
Popular South Dakota Car Dealerships
Billion Mazda
3401 W 41st St | Sioux Falls, SD , 57106
PH: (605) 361-1919 | FX: N/A
Christianson
PO Box 159 | Wilmot, SD , 57279
PH: (605) 938-4601 | FX: N/A
Fritz Chev-Olds Inc
Po Box 306 | Clear Lake, SD , 57226
PH: (605) 874-2440 | FX: N/A
Sharp Toyota
Highway 212 & 20 | Watertown, SD , 57201
PH: (605) 886-8081 | FX: (605) 886-3135
Hersruds Of Sturgis
I-90 & Highway 34 W | Sturgis, SD , 57785
PH: (605) 347-2566 | FX: (605) 347-4351
Chases Ford & Mercury
PO Box 243 | Onida, SD , 57564
PH: (605) 258-2627 | FX: N/A
Senftner Chevrolet Oldsmobile
PO Box 217 | Herreid, SD , 57632
PH: (605) 437-2201 | FX: N/A
Rapid Chevrolet
Deadwood Ave | Rapid City, SD , 57701
PH: (605) 343-1282 | FX: N/A
(For more car dealership information by county or city please click here)
South Dakota Events, Shows, Expos
Feb 19-21, 2010 Winterfest of Wheels, Sioux Falls Convention Center, 1101 N West Ave, Sioux Falls
(For up-to-date info on car events in SD please click here)
South Dakota Driving Laws/Info
South Dakota Vehicle Hazard Rates
Car accidents:
In South Dakota the number of fatalities due to car accidents was 119 in 2008. Out of all of the motor vehicle accidents, 41 of these deaths, or 34%, involved alcohol impairment.
DUI Prevalence:
4,922 DUI arrests in 2008.
Traffic Jam Info: click here for details
First South Dakota DUI Conviction
- Jail – Up to 1 Year Possible
- License Suspension – From 30 Days to 1 Year
- Fine - $1,000
- Restricted License Possible
- Proof of Financial Responsibility – SR22 Insurance
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Second South Dakota DUI Conviction
- Jail – Up to 1 Year Possible
- License Suspension – From 180 Days to 1 Year
- Fine - $1,000
- Restricted License Possible
- Complete Chemical Dependency Program
- Proof of Financial Responsibility – SR22 Insurance
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Third South Dakota DUI Conviction
- Class 6 Felony Offense
- Jail – Up to 2 Years Possible
- Fine - $2,000
- License Suspension – 1 Year
- Restricted License Possible
- Proof of Financial Responsibility – SR22 Insurance
- Complete Chemical Dependency Program
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South Dakota Speeding Ticket Info
Is there a list of speeding ticket fines?
You can find a list and/or schedule of speeding ticket fines at police departments, DMV offices, Superior Court Clerk's Offices and in most libraries. Many factors come into play when determining a fine's amount, including location (within a school zone, for example) and the number of miles per hour over the posted speed limit. Unless you plan on fighting the ticket, it's in your best financial interest to pay your citation in a timely manner. Ignored traffic tickets don't gather dust, they gather fines.
How can I correct a mistake on my MVR report or driving record?
If you notice an error on your driving record (also known as an MVR Report) you need to take immediate action. Call your local DMV office. An agent will direct you to the proper department and work on rectifying the error, if, of course, your statement is proven true. This is not an uncommon problem, so DMV officials are very sensitive to the gravity of the mistake. They fully comprehend that an erroneous DUI conviction, for example, on a driving history report can carry major consequences, causing your insurance premiums to skyrocket and possibly preventing you from getting a job. Speeding tickets are the most commonly reported mistakes. Usually the problem stems from a driver enrolling in a traffic school to get a ticket dismissed and then not receiving credit for it. So keep this in mind if you find yourself in this situation. If the DMV refutes your error claim, you may then want to hire an attorney.
