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South Dakota AI and Privacy Laws
South Dakota has no broad AI law or comprehensive consumer privacy law.
What the law says
A 2025 law penalizes unlabeled, harmful deepfakes of candidates within 90 days of an election, a 2026 law effective July 1, 2026 makes creating, possessing, or sharing sexual deepfakes of nonconsenting adults a felony, and a 2024 law covers AI-generated child sexual abuse material.
Key dates
| Date | What takes effect | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Felony for sexual deepfakes of nonconsenting adults | In effect |
What this means for your organization
This state regulates specific uses of AI rather than AI in general. Check whether any of your AI uses fall into the categories above, such as chatbots, synthetic media, or AI in health coverage decisions, and remember that federal law and the laws of other states where you operate may also apply.
Our 2027 AI Governance Checklist covers the steps most organizations need, and our State AI Law Trackers explain the rules for specific industries.
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This page is general information for planning purposes. Laws and guidance change, so confirm current requirements before acting. It is not legal advice. For legal advice about your organization, consult a licensed attorney.
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