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South Dakota at a glance
- Program
- Medical program
- Legal allotment
- 3 oz every 30 days
- Qualifying conditions
- 15 listed conditions
- Out-of-state cards
- Not accepted
The figures above are re-checked against South Dakota's official program sources every month.
Official ProgramSouth Dakota's Medical Cannabis Program is administered by the Department of Health. Patients with a qualifying condition may obtain a written certification from a physician and register with the program. Qualified patients may possess up to 3 ounces per 30-day period and cultivate up to 3 plants (with a cultivation card).
Laws of South Dakota
Every law and official source for South Dakota, each linked to the page that publishes it.
Official South Dakota cannabis law & rulesLicensed places in South Dakota
17 licensed places are on record in {name} — licensed shops, consumption lounges, cannabis clubs and cannabis-friendly venues.
- High Hills LLC — Rapid City
- Rapid City Cannabis Inc. Black Hills Weed Shop — Rapid City
- Puffy's LLC — Rapid City
Key Rules
Possession
Qualified patients may possess up to 3 ounces per 30-day period and cultivate up to 3 plants (with a cultivation card).
Transportation
Cannabis must be in its original packaging and stored out of reach of the driver during transport.
Employment
South Dakota law does not require employers to accommodate medical cannabis use. Consult your employer's policy and an attorney.
Travel
Cannabis may not be taken across state lines. Doing so violates federal law.
Renewal
Registry cards must be renewed annually.
Qualifying Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I possess?
Up to 3 ounces per 30-day period, and up to 3 plants with a cultivation card.
Can I grow my own?
Yes — up to 3 plants with a separate cultivation card.
Where can I buy it?
Only at state-licensed dispensaries. Use the DOH site for the current list.
South Dakota community board
South Dakota community board
South Dakota Finalizes 35 Medical Marijuana Rule Changes
South Dakota has finalized amendments to 35 sections of its medical marijuana regulations, updating testing, security, and operational standards. The new rules take effect on November 5. How do you feel about the current testing and safety standards in your state?
South Dakota Medical Cannabis Program Unaffected by Federal Rescheduling
South Dakota's Attorney General has issued an opinion clarifying that the federal government's move to list cannabis as a Schedule III substance will not change the state's existing medical cannabis program rules. How do federal updates usually impact your local dispensary experience?
Lawmakers Discuss Medical Cannabis Program Improvements
The South Dakota medical marijuana oversight committee met to discuss program improvements and the implications of federal reclassification to a Schedule 3 drug. Lawmakers noted that a lack of federal guidance on tax policy and interstate commerce complicates drafting new state legislation.
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