South Dakota Codified Laws 32-20-12. Off-road vehicles–Operation on certain lands as misdemeanor–Registration–Title certificate
No person may operate on a public street or highway an off–road vehicle except for crossing from one side of the road to the other. A person twelve years of age or older may operate an off–road vehicle in a highway ditch if the vehicle is operated as close as possible to the outer edge of the highway right–of–way. However, no person may operate an off–road vehicle in a highway ditch along the interstate highway system, or operate an off–road vehicle on any lands owned, leased, or controlled by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks, or any highway ditch located within, except on a designated off–road vehicle area or designated trail, or operate an off–road vehicle in a highway ditch that is designated as part of the state snowmobile trails system pursuant to chapter 41-19 or a public bike trail. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor.
Off–road vehicles need not be registered and licensed for use upon the highways except as provided in § 32-20-13. Off–road vehicles shall be titled. The Department of Revenue shall issue a certificate of title for off–road vehicles the same as for other motor vehicles subject to the provisions of chapter 32-3.
Attorney's Note
Under the South Dakota Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 2 misdemeanor | up to 30 days | up to $500 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 32-20-12
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 1985, ch 238, § 8; SL 1986, ch 259; SL 1987, ch 232; SL 1987, ch 233, § 1; SL 1989, ch 256, § 18.