How much a landlord can charge for a security deposit in South Dakota, the deadline to return it after move-out, and the statute that controls — verified June 7, 2026.
1 month's rent (a larger deposit may be agreed by mutual agreement where special conditions pose a danger to maintenance of the premises). One-month cap (43-32-6.1), two-week return and 45-day itemization-on-request (43-32-24).
2 weeks (14 days) to return deposit or furnish a reason statement; if tenant requests, an itemized written accounting must follow within 45 days. Read S.D. Codified Laws §§ 43-32-6.1 (cap) & 43-32-24 (return) for the exact triggers, itemization requirements, and penalties for late or bad-faith withholding.
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1 month's rent (a larger deposit may be agreed by mutual agreement where special conditions pose a danger to maintenance of the premises). One-month cap (43-32-6.1), two-week return and 45-day itemization-on-request (43-32-24). This is a best-effort summary verified against the official statute (S.D. Codified Laws §§ 43-32-6.1 (cap) & 43-32-24 (return)) on June 7, 2026 — always confirm with the current law or an attorney.
2 weeks (14 days) to return deposit or furnish a reason statement; if tenant requests, an itemized written accounting must follow within 45 days. See S.D. Codified Laws §§ 43-32-6.1 (cap) & 43-32-24 (return) for the exact conditions and any itemization requirements.
S.D. Codified Laws §§ 43-32-6.1 (cap) & 43-32-24 (return). The official text is published by the state at https://sdlegislature.gov/Statutes/43-32-24.
No. This page is a best-effort summary compiled from primary legal authority and verified on June 7, 2026. Statutes change, and many states use tiers or exceptions a summary can't capture. Confirm with the current statute or a licensed attorney before relying on it.
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