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.