Register to Vote in South Dakota
To ensure your voice is heard in the upcoming elections, make sure you're registered to vote. Here's what you need to know:
- Deadline: The deadline to register is 15 days before any election.
- Eligibility: You must be 18 years of age or older on or before the next election and have maintained residence in South Dakota for at least 30 days prior to submitting your registration form.
- How to Register: Complete the South Dakota Voter Registration Form. This form can also be used to update your address, name, or party affiliation.
- Where to Submit: Mail to Lawrence County Auditor PO Box F, Deadwood, SD 57732 or drop off your completed form at Lawrence County Auditor's Office 90 Sherman St, Deadwood, SD 57732
Important Election Dates
- Absentee & Early Voting Begins: September 20, 2024
- Vote in person at Deadwood City Hall: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
- Vote at Spearfish City Hall: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm (Starting October 21)
- Voter Registration Deadline: October 21, 2024
- General Election Day: November 5, 2024
Find Your Polling Place
To find your polling location, visit the South Dakota Voter Information Portal. Your polling place on election day is different than early voting locations.
What to Bring to the Polls
All voters must show proof of identification at the polling place. Accepted forms of photo ID include:
- South Dakota driver's license or nondriver ID card
- U.S. government photo ID (passport is acceptable)
- U.S. Armed Forces ID
- Current student photo ID from a South Dakota high school or accredited institution of higher education
- Tribal photo ID
Absentee Voting
Can't make it to the polls on Election Day? You can vote absentee. Learn more about absentee voting here.
- Absentee Ballot Request Form: Download the form to request your absentee ballot.
What's on the ballot?
Blue Voter Guide helps you make quick, informed, pro-democracy choices of candidates and propositions by showing what's on your ballot, with endorsements from trusted, forward-looking organizations.
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Welcome to your 2024 South Dakota Election Guide!
On this page, you’ll find a map of all the legislative districts and a list of the candidates that will appear on the ballot in each district as well as links to their websites and social media pages. https://sddp.org/2024-election-guide/ |
Need Assistance?
Contact us at [email protected] for assistance with registering or getting to the polls.