South Dakota
Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in South Dakota. Learn more and plan your vote.
In an average year, 132 people die by guns in South Dakota. More at EveryStat.
in the country for Gun Law Strength (down from #46 last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.
South Dakota Voter Registration Deadlines — 2026 Statewide General Election
As always, it’s best to double-check your state’s election website to verify the information outlined below and to see any recent changes to election rules: South Dakota Election Website
Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in South Dakota
General: November 3, 2026
In-Person Voter Registration Deadline
General Election: October 19, 2026, is the last day for South Dakota residents to register in person to vote in the general election.
Mail Voter Registration Deadline
General Election: October 19, 2026, is the last day for South Dakota resident voter registration applications to be received by your county auditor’s office via mail.
Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access South Dakota’s voter registration form. You will have the option to download South Dakota’s voter registration form; South Dakota does not offer online voter registration.
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