South Dakota knife lawsConcealed Knife Carry

South Dakota Concealed Knife Carry (2026)

Permitted: SD sets no blade-length limit and allows concealed carry of ordinary knives; concealing a dangerous weapon is a crime only if done with intent to commit a felony (SDCL 22-14-8).

PermittedVerified Jul 7, 2026

SD sets no blade-length limit and allows concealed carry of ordinary knives; concealing a dangerous weapon is a crime only if done with intent to commit a felony (SDCL 22-14-8).

Official source: sdlegislature.gov

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