State Compliance Guide
South Dakota Liquor License Compliance
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South Dakota Department of Revenue, Special Tax Division
Renewal Frequency
Annual
Renewal Notes
Licenses expire annually on December 31. Renewal applications must be filed with the municipality and the Department of Revenue before expiration. License fees vary by municipality and license type.
Server Certification
Not required statewide — No statewide mandatory server certification. Voluntary training through programs like ServSafe Alcohol and TIPS is available and recommended.
Penalty for Lapsed License
Operating without a valid license is a Class 1 misdemeanor with fines up to $2,000 and up to 1 year in jail. The municipality may also impose local penalties and deny future applications.
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