South Dakota

State Election Information

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  • In-Person: 15 days before Election Day

    By Mail: Received 15 days before Election Day

    Online: N/A

  • Unavailable in the state

  • Photo ID will be requested

    If a voter is unable to provide a photo ID, they’ll be required to sign an Affidavit.

  • Paid

    Per vote411.org: Employees are entitled to paid leave on Election Day between the time the polls open and when they close, unless the person has two consecutive hours during the time the polls are open in which he or she can vote before or after work.

  • Begins: 46 days before election

    Ends: 5:00 PM, day before election

    (Note: Times and locations vary, so check your polling place to see where/when you can cast an early vote)

  • "No-excuse" absentee/mail voting is available.

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