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South Dakota DUI Laws<\/h1>\n
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\n By Amy Vandervort-Clark, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Driving while under the influence is a serious safety hazard. South Dakota takes driving a motor vehicle under the influence<\/a> (DUI) seriously. You not only endanger yourself and your passengers, but you risk the lives of everyone around you.<\/p>\r\n

While you may receive jail time for a first-time DUI conviction<\/a>, South Dakota offers opportunities for treatment and rehabilitation. South Dakota has implemented a unique 24\/7 sobriety program<\/a> to help you avoid jail and encourage sobriety.<\/p>\r\n

If you find yourself arrested and charged with a DUI, learn more about what to expect and what options are available.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits and Implied Consent<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>
"Per se" BAC limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.08%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Zero tolerance (underage) BAC limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.02%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Enhanced penalty (aggravated) BAC limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.17%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Implied consent<\/a> to submit to BAC test?<\/td>\r\nYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

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\u200bSelect Penalties<\/th>\r\n\u200b<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
\u200bMinimum license suspension or revocation<\/a> (first, second, third offense)<\/td>\r\n30 days, one year, one year after jail\u200b<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
\u200bMandatory alcohol education, or assessment and treatment<\/a><\/td>\r\n\u200bDiscretionary unless repeat offender or BAC over 0.17%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
\u200bVehicle confiscation<\/a> possible?<\/td>\r\n\u200bYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
\u200bIgnition interlock device<\/a> possible?<\/td>\r\n\u200bYes, if ordered by the court or BAC is 0.17%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

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South Dakota’s Driving Under the Influence Law<\/h2>\r\n

In South Dakota, it’s illegal to drive or be in actual physical control of a vehicle if:<\/p>\r\n