Audit Laws
State Summary
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Voting Systems Used
As of 2020, South Dakota primarily uses hand marked paper ballots with central-count optical scanners in polling places statewide, with ballot marking devices for accessibility. For the most up to date information please visit Verified Voting’s Verifier.
For an explanation on the types of voting equipment used, click here.
Audit Comprehensiveness
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Transparency
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Audit Counting Method
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Type Of Audit Units
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Contests & Issues Audited
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Addressing Discrepancies
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
For recount laws, see, Citizens for Election Integrity Minnesota website.
Timeline
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Binding On Official Outcomes
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Oversight & Conduct
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Ballot Protection
The precinct superintendent and precinct deputies shall count the ballots then immediately deliver the ballot boxes, registration book, poll-book, and other election supplies, including voided and unused ballots, to the counting board. For more information see, SD Codified Laws § 12-20-20.
Additional Targeted Samples
South Dakota does not require post-election audits.
Resources
South Dakota does not have post-election audit laws.